CNC Programmer I

Description Built on Experience. Built for Skill. Built for You. Keel was formed by bringing together three industry leaders combining generations of hands-on expertise in steel fabrication, shipbuilding, aerospace, and defense manufacturing.

That means when you join Keel, you’re joining a team backed by decades of proven craftsmanship and real-world results.

We build ships, defense systems, aerospace components, and heavy steel structures that serve critical missions — and we do it with pride.

Your Mission The CNC Programmer develops and manages CNC programs for machines throughout the company, ensuring parts are produced according to specifications, quality standards, and efficiency requirements. This role includes program verification, process planning, and collaboration with machine operators.

Explore The Depth Of The Role

• Program CNC machines using CAM software to produce parts per blueprints and specifications.
• Prepare process plans, including tool positioning, feed rates, spindle speeds, and tool changes.
• Determine the suitability of parts for automation and assign appropriate machines.
• Verify programs through simulation or test runs to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Manage programming projects from conception to completion.
• Maintain organized program files and documentation.
• Collaborate with operators and team members to optimize production
• Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements Mission Readiness:

• High School Diploma required; supervisory training or experience preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year in a related position in the machine tool industry.
• Proficient with CAM software and CNC machine programming (Mastercam preferred).
• Knowledge of machine operations, tooling, and machining centers.
• Familiarity with 3- and 4-axis programming and large workpiece setups.
• Strong file management, organizational, and communication skills
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and a team player.

Travel Requirements

• Rare

Physical Requirements

• May be required to stand, walk, sit, reach/pull/push with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel regularly.
• May lift or carry 50lbs. Weights exceeding 50lbs will require mechanical means to maneuver.

Become a part of our Builders and you too can...

• Uphold Safety and Quality Standards
• Embody Team Spirit
• Relentless Customer Focus
• Convey Integrity, Trust, and Professionalism
• Execute with Excellence and Velocity

What Keel Will Build For You

• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• Competitive Pay
• 401K Match
• HSA/FSA
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities
• Shift Differentials
• Overtime Potential
• Paid on the Job Training
• Certification Sponsorship Opportunities
• Committed to Individual Career Growth
• We Do Fun Things, Plus More!

Need Assistance? If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the employment process, please email [email protected] with details about your request and your contact information. Accommodation requests are reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis. Please note that this email address is monitored only for inquiries related to reasonable accommodation requests.

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