Numerical Control Programmer-217366-WA

Chipton-Ross • Full-time • Auburn, Washington State, United States • $65 - $67 / hour • 3m ago

Chipton-Ross is seeking 19 Numerical Control Programmers (Level 3) for a contract opportunity in Auburn or Everett, WA.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

5+ years of NC programming experience for production machining or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated experience programming 5-axis CNC machines for aerospace parts (aluminum and hard metals).
Proficiency reading and interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing documentation.
Proficient in CATIA V5 NC programming.
Proficient in NC simulation/verification tools such as Vericut.
Ability to create clear setup documentation and operator instructions.
Experience with CATIA V5 and Vericut and programming 3 & 5 axis machines
Contractor eligibility to work under the terms of the engagement.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Join a high-performing fabrication team supporting aerospace structural production in on our Machining/Tooling team, you’ll drive the NC programming, setup documentation, and machining strategy for complex multi-axis parts used on client commercial airplanes. You will collaborate closely with planning, aerospace engineering, tooling, and shop-floor operators to turn engineered concepts into producible, high-quality parts. This role is ideal for hands-on programmers who enjoy solving machining challenges, optimizing workflows, and seeing their programs executed on the shop floor. Duties may include (but are not limited to):

Create, verify, and revise Machine Control Data (MCD), tooling geometry, and setup documentation for multi-axis CNC machines (primarily 5-axis).
Interpret engineering drawings, planning documentation, and manufacturing requirements to develop robust NC programs for aluminum and hard-metal parts.
Develop multiple setups and operations for complex part geometries, ensuring fixturing, tooling, and machine selection support producibility and tolerances.
Produce clear setup sheets and operator instructions that enable consistent and safe machine operation.
Use simulation/verification tools (e.g., Vericut) to validate programs and eliminate collisions or gouges prior to shop-floor execution.
Troubleshoot and iterate programs based on first-article inspections, in-process feedback, and shop-floor testing.
Coordinate with planning, manufacturing engineering, tooling design, and machine operators to optimize cycle times, reduce scrap, and address manufacturability concerns.
For Level 4: Lead the design of custom fixtures and complex tooling arrangements and define machining strategies across multiple operations and machines.
Maintain program documentation, revisions, and configuration control per company/contract requirements.
Work under general direction.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

Prior experience creating custom fixtures and tooling for multi-setup machining operations.
Experience defining machining strategy and selecting appropriate machines and processes for part families.
Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing processes, inspection practices, and first-article requirements.
Strong problem-solving skills with a track record of reducing cycle times or improving producibility.
Effective communicator with experience collaborating across planning, engineering, and shop-floor teams.
Experience with additional CAM systems or post-processors commonly used in aerospace environments.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Accredited education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Associate) and typically 3 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Bachelor+1 years' related work experience, 5 years' related work experience, etc.).

WORK HOURS

FULL TIME/FIRST SHIFT; 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM. Able to work 2nd shift schedule as specified.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

Pay: $65.00 - $67.64 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Health insurance

Work Location: In person

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