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Job Title: CNC Programmer Job Description This role focuses on programming advanced 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC parts using Siemens NX CAD/CAM software for aerospace, defense, and other high-precision industries. You develop efficient machining strategies, handle tight-tolerance work, and collaborate closely with engineering and production teams to ensure flawless execution. You play a key role in troubleshooting and optimizing complex tool paths to achieve precise and reliable results.
Responsibilities Program advanced 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC parts using Siemens NX CAD/CAM software. Create, refine, and maintain complex tool paths to achieve absolute precision on high-precision components. Develop efficient machining strategies across a wide range of materials, geometries, and part complexities. Work on tight-tolerance parts for aerospace, defense, and other high-precision applications.
Collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure programs are manufacturable and meet design intent. Troubleshoot machining issues and adjust programs, tooling, and strategies to improve accuracy and reliability. Optimize cycle times, tooling usage, and machining processes to enhance productivity and quality. Apply knowledge of cutting tools, materials, and G-code to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate machining.
Review and verify programs before release to the shop floor to minimize errors and rework. Maintain meticulous attention to detail while working under pressure and meeting demanding project requirements. Essential Skills Hands-on experience with 3-, 4-, and/or 5-axis CNC programming. Proficiency with Siemens NX CAD/CAM software for CNC programming. Strong understanding of G-code and CNC machine operations.
Knowledge of cutting tools, toolpaths, feeds, speeds, and material behavior in machining. Experience working with high-precision parts and tight, demanding tolerances. Background in aerospace or other high-precision industries. Ability to troubleshoot and refine complex tool paths for optimal performance. Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work. Exceptional problem-solving skills, especially when working under pressure.
Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with engineering and production teams. Experience with CNC programming environments and workflows, including setup and verification. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with Swiss machining or Swiss-type CNC equipment. Familiarity with Mastercam or other CAD/CAM software in addition to Siemens NX. Broad exposure to aerospace machining requirements and standards.
Ability to adapt machining strategies to a variety of materials and complex geometries. Comfort working on defense and other high-precision industry projects. Interest in continuous improvement of machining processes and programming methods. Benefit of free healthcare offered as part of the total compensation package. Work Environment This is an on-site role in a production and engineering environment, working Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m.
to 3:30 p.m. Overtime is available and optional, providing flexibility based on workload and personal preference. You work closely with CNC machines, CAD/CAM workstations, and production teams in a setting focused on high-precision aerospace and defense components. The environment emphasizes safety, accuracy, and collaboration, with access to modern CNC equipment and software tools. Free healthcare is provided as a benefit, contributing to a supportive and attractive workplace.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, MO. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $48.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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