CNC Programmer + 5 Axis + (Mastercam/NX CAM) + Aerospace in Meriden, Connecticut at DRT Holdings, LLC

Location: Simpsonville, SC

Compensation: Competitive Salary + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits

We are hiring an experienced CNC Programmer to support the manufacturing of complex, tight-tolerance aerospace components. This role is ideal for a machinist/programmer who enjoys creating programs, improving processes, solving machining challenges, and working directly with advanced CNC equipment.

This is a hands-on programming role where you will partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to take parts from drawing review through programming, prove-out, and production release.

• Develop, edit, and optimize CNC programs for 5-axis machining centers
• Program CNC equipment using Mastercam and/or Siemens NX CAM
• Support CNC milling, turning, VTL, and multi-axis machining operations
• Read and interpret aerospace drawings, CAD models, and GD&T requirements
• Develop machining strategies for complex materials including:
  • Aluminum
  • Titanium
  • Inconel
  • Stainless steel
  • Aerospace alloys
• Create setup documentation, tooling plans, and work instructions
• Support machine setups, prove-outs, and first article inspections
• Troubleshoot machining issues involving:
  • Programming
  • Tooling
  • Fixtures
  • Cutting parameters
  • Part quality
• Perform simulation and collision checks before production runs
• Improve cycle times, tool life, and machining processes
• Maintain controlled CNC programs and manufacturing documentation
• Support AS9100 quality requirements and aerospace customer standards

• 5+ years CNC programming experience
• Experience programming 5-axis CNC machining centers
• Strong CNC lathe, VTL, milling, and multi-axis machining experience
• Proficiency with Mastercam and/or Siemens NX CAM
• Strong understanding of:
  • G-code / M-code programming
  • CNC machine controls
  • Tool selection and cutting strategies
  • Fixture concepts
  • GD&T
  • Tight-tolerance machining
• Experience machining aerospace or other precision components preferred
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams

• Aerospace manufacturing
• AS9100 quality environment
• Complex precision machining
• Multi-axis programming
• Process improvement / cycle-time reduction

If you are a CNC Programmer, Senior CNC Machinist, or Multi-Axis Machining Specialist who enjoys programming complex parts and improving manufacturing processes, we want to hear from you.

Click Apply to be considered immediately.

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