Manufacturing Engineer CNC Programmer

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Manufacturing Engineer CNC Programmer
East Aurora, New York

Full Time

Summary:

An individual that started in a machine shop operating CNC Machines, grew into a CNC Programmer, then acquired an Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering. Hand-on machining and CNC Programming experience using experience….

The selected candidate will develop and optimize CNC milling programs and machining processes for complex aerospace components while supporting production troubleshooting, tooling improvements, manufacturability reviews, and process optimization activities.

The ideal candidate will possess strong hands-on CNC machining and programming experience, particularly within multi-axis milling environments, along with expertise in CAD/CAM systems, aerospace manufacturing, and precision machining of titanium, stainless steel, and aluminum components.

Key Responsibilities:

1. CNC Programming & Manufacturing Support

Develop and optimize CNC mill machining processes for new and existing aerospace components

Create detailed CNC programs and manufacturing instructions

Operation sequences

Tooling requirements

Gauging requirements

Machine setup requirements

Generate machine-ready NC code and support prove-outs on the shop floor

Support machining operations for high-precision milled parts and sub-assemblies

2. Shop Floor Troubleshooting & Process Improvement

Troubleshoot: Tooling issues, Gauging issues, Workholding challenges, Inspection concerns

Assist with machine setup and production support

Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to improve producibility

Lead continuous improvement initiatives for manufacturing processes and equipment

3. Engineering & Cost Estimation

Review engineering drawings for manufacturability

Recommend design and process improvements

Estimate: Setup/run times, Tooling hours, Manufacturing costs

Support cost estimation activities for new business opportunities

4. Collaboration & Mentorship

Work closely with: Manufacturing Engineers, CNC Machinists, Quality Teams, Production Teams

Mentor junior engineers and team members

Support Lean Manufacturing and process optimization initiatives

Core Skills:

CNC Programming

CNC Milling

Multi-Axis Machining

CAD/CAM

Siemens NX

Aerospace Manufacturing

Precision Machining

CNC Machine Setup

NC Programming

Manufacturing Engineering

Tooling & Gauging

Titanium Machining

Stainless Steel Machining

Aluminum Machining

Lean Manufacturing

Process Optimization

Shop Floor Troubleshooting

Horizontal Machining Centers

Vertical Machining Centers

Must-Have Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in technical field with 3+ years of experience

OR

Associate Degree with 6+ years of experience

OR

High School Diploma/GED with 8+ years of related experience

Strong CNC Mill Machining experience

Experience with:

• Multi-axis vertical machining centers

• Horizontal machining centers

Minimum 3+ years of CNC programming experience using CAD/CAM software

Hands-on machine setup and machining experience

Strong understanding of precision machining processes

Ability to support production troubleshooting and prove-outs

Preferred Qualifications:

Siemens NX CNC programming experience

Experience with machine automation integration

Experience inspecting machined components

Lean Manufacturing knowledge

Lean Six Sigma Certification

Aerospace manufacturing experience

Degree in: Mechanical Engineering/ Manufacturing Engineering/ Industrial Engineering

Experience machining: Stainless steel/ Titanium/ Aluminum