Numerical Control Programmer 3

Job #: 147735 Title: Numerical Control Programmer 3 Location: Auburn, WA Salary Range: 55.53 Position: NC Programmer Description:
ENG- Supports aerospace structural production by creating, verifying, and revising NC programs, tooling geometry, and setup documentation for complex multi-axis parts used on commercial airplanes. This role interprets engineering drawings and manufacturing requirements to develop robust programs, produces clear setup sheets for operators, and validates programs using simulation tools to prevent collisions and errors. The NCP collaborates with planning, engineering, tooling, and shop-floor teams to optimize machining strategies, troubleshoot programs, and maintain program documentation. T

Requirements:
#Job Details

*Facility Type: Engineering / Systems Support
*Aircraft Worked: N/A
*Job Duration: Not Available
*Schedule: First Shift (6:30 AM - 3:00 PM)
*Tools: Not Required
*Pay Rate: Not Available

#Education & Job Requirements

*Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g., Associate's degree) and typically 3 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g., Bachelor's degree + 1 year of related work experience, 5 years of related work experience, etc.)
*A minimum of 5 years of NC programming experience for production machining or an equivalent combination of education and experience
*Demonstrated experience programming 5-axis CNC machines for aerospace, aluminum, and hard-metal parts
*Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing documentation
*Proficiency in CATIA V5 NC programming and NC simulation/verification tools such as Vericut
*Ability to create clear setup documentation and operator instructions
*Contractor eligibility to work under the terms of the engagement

#Professional Attributes

*Attention to detail
*Problem-solving ability
*Effective communication and collaboration
*Reliability and consistent attendance
*Ability to work under general direction

#Preferred Skills

*Experience creating custom fixtures and tooling for multi-setup machining operations
*Experience defining machining strategy and selecting machines and processes for part families
*Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing processes, inspection practices, and first-article requirements
*Track record of reducing cycle times or improving producibility
*Experience with additional CAM systems or post-processors commonly used in aerospace environments

#Job Duties & Functions

*Create, verify, and revise Machine Control Data (MCD), tooling geometry, and setup documentation for multi-axis CNC machines
*Interpret engineering drawings, planning documentation, and manufacturing requirements to develop robust NC programs
*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 for consistent and safe machine operation
*Use simulation/verification tools to validate programs and prevent 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
*Lead design of custom fixtures and complex tooling arrangements and define machining strategies across multiple operations and machines (Level 4)
*Maintain program documentation, revisions, and configuration control per company/contract requirements

#TeamGlobal Benefits

*Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), and more!
*TG Rewards Program
*Employee Referral Program

Job Type: Temporary Post Date: 03/13/2026