Precision Aerospace CNC Programmer

Overview

Own the Code. Drive the Cut. This is not programming for the faint of heart — it’s for those who thrive on the toughest geometries, the tightest tolerances, and the highest stakes. As a CNC Programmer at Northeast Tool, you’ll be the architect behind precision machining, turning complex aerospace models into efficient toolpaths with Mastercam, CIMCO probing, and Vericut validation. You’ll command multi-axis DMG Mori machines cutting exotic alloys, where every decision you make impacts quality, efficiency, and performance at the highest level.

From our Matthews, NC facility — just outside Charlotte — you’ll join an award-winning team that values mastery, innovation, and problem-solving. We back your expertise with competitive pay, relocation assistance, top-tier benefits, and cutting-edge technology. Bring your best skills to the table, and we’ll give you the machines, the projects, and the freedom to push boundaries and set new standards in aerospace manufacturing.

Northeast Tool is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer (level I, II, or III – dependent upon experience) to join our Engineering team. The CNC Programmer performs analysis of drawings and models and creates a program within Mastercam to machine the materials to the specifications in the most efficient manner on simultaneous 5-axis mill machines. This includes utilization of CIMCO probing and validating programming through Vericut.

They are responsible for creating the process for complex, precision machining on high dollar exotic material assets. This process includes creating a set-up sheet, tooling list, creating a critical dimension sheet or control and manufacturing plan, and responsible for managing tooling to standardized tooling and submitting requisitions as required. They also support manufacturing with troubleshooting as needed.

• Perform complex programming in Mastercam for horizontal and vertical mills, and lathes, working with a variety of materials (Inconel, Monel, Hastelloy, Aluminum, Stainless Steel, etc.).
• Perform detailed analysis of component parts configuration/dimensions to determine the most efficient machining operations required for production.
• Use Mastercam to calculate and write programs for CNC machines to fabricate component parts to stated engineering specifications for aircraft and space engine hardware, continuously improving upon existing processes and updating programs accordingly.
• Verify programming through Vericut simulation software.
• Define and maintain machining processes by studying customer blueprints and testing manufacturing methods, tooling, and equipment.
• Communicate with and assist Manufacturing Engineering for the design and development of work holding, custom tooling, and gauging to meet customer inspection specifications to support production schedules, as needed.
• Support the production floor with hands-on technical support by troubleshooting problems and implementing solutions to keep machines running conforming parts.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction opportunities in machining processes by leveraging new cutting and automation tools with external vendors.
• Manage tooling being returned from completed jobs (evaluate condition, sharpen as needed, and put away in vending solution, etc.).
• Create and maintain tool set up sheets, record programming changes, document programs on engineering checklists, and sustain appropriate engineering paperwork.
• Support, mentor, and train CNC Programming Technicians and CNC Programmer level's I and II; dependent upon experience and level assigned.
• Distribute workload to, review work of, and lead CNC Programming Technicians and CNC Programmers as appropriate; dependent upon experience and level assigned.
• Participate in and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Act as subject matter expert to lead corrective action and root cause analysis discussions utilizing the appropriate method and tool (i.e. fishbone, 5-why, etc.).
• Act as point of contact for Programming department and liaison for workflow communication with Quality, Management, and Operations; dependent upon experience and level assigned.
• Other duties as…