Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer - Multi-Axis Milling (NX CAM) | $80K-$120K/yr

What We Love About This JobFind out more about the daily tasks, overall responsibilities, and required experience for this opportunity by scrolling down now. Pay:

$80,000 – $120,000+ depending on experience

Brand-New $40 Million Facility:

Be part of a major manufacturing expansion featuring state-of-the-art machining technology

Aerospace & Military Aircraft Work:

Program and support the production of mission-critical flight components

Relocation Assistance Available:

Customized relocation support, temporary housing assistance, and sign-on packages available

Outstanding Benefits From Day 1:

Flexible PTO, 401(k) match, employee stock purchase plan, profit sharing, tuition assistance, and more

At a Glance

Company:

Moog

Location:

East Aurora (Buffalo), NY

Job Type:

Full-Time

Pay Range:

$80,000 – $120,000+ per year

Schedule:

Monday – Friday | Onsite

Experience Level:

Mid to Senior Level (5+ years preferred) Work Authorization:

U.S. Citizen Required

Why This Role Exists Moog's Military Aircraft Group continues to expand its advanced manufacturing operations as part of a multi-year transition into a brand-new $40 million facility.

To support growing aerospace programs, Moog is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer with expertise in multi-axis milling to develop machining processes, support production, and drive continuous improvement initiatives for some of the industry's most complex aerospace components.

This role combines engineering, CNC programming, and hands-on manufacturing support, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both creating programs and seeing them succeed on the shop floor.

About Moog Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving challenging technical problems in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing.

Working at Moog means deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and the opportunity to contribute to products that matter.

The Work You'll Be Doing As a Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer – Milling, you will:

Develop and optimize CNC milling processes for both new and existing aerospace components

Create CNC programs, setup documentation, operation sheets, and manufacturing instructions

Define tooling, workholding, gauging, machining sequences, and inspection requirements

Review engineering drawings and models for manufacturability

Support machine prove-outs and troubleshoot machining challenges on the production floor

Resolve issues related to tooling, workholding, inspection, and process performance

Collaborate with engineering, quality, production, and supplier teams

Estimate setup times, run times, tooling requirements, and manufacturing costs

Lead continuous improvement projects focused on quality, efficiency, and productivity

Mentor junior engineers and programming personnel

Machines, Controls & Software You'll work with advanced manufacturing technology including:

Machines Okuma MU5000 5-Axis Machining Centers

Multi-Axis Vertical Machining Centers

Multi-Axis Horizontal Machining Centers

CAM Software Siemens NX (preferred) Mastercam

ESPRIT

PartMaker

Similar CAD/CAM platforms

Inspection & Quality Precision measuring equipment

Aerospace quality systems

AS9102 documentation requirements

Materials You'll Work With Aluminum

Stainless Steel

Titanium

Aerospace Alloys

These components often require extremely tight tolerances and complex machining strategies.

What We're Looking ForRequired Bachelor's Degree with 3+ years of relevant experience OR

Associate Degree with 6+ years of relevant experience OR

High School Diploma/GED with 8+ years of relevant experience 3+ years of CNC programming experience using CAD/CAM software

Strong background in CNC milling and multi-axis machining

Hands-on machine setup and machining experience

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes from raw material through finished product

Excellent communication and documentation skills

U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Industrial Engineering degree

Aerospace manufacturing experience

Siemens NX programming experience

Lean Manufacturing or Lean Six Sigma experience

Inspection and quality experience

Automation integration experience

Experience machining titanium, stainless steel, and aluminum

Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate started their career as a machinist, gained hands-on experience running and setting up CNC mills, and eventually transitioned into CNC programming or manufacturing engineering.

You enjoy taking ownership of the entire manufacturing process—from reviewing engineering models and creating toolpaths to supporting prove-outs and continuous improvement efforts on the shop floor.

Why CNC Programmers Like Working Here Brand-new advanced manufacturing facility

State-of-the-art 5-axis machining technology

Challenging aerospace and military aircraft work

Strong engineering and manufacturing collaboration

Investment in modern equipment and resources

Long-term career growth opportunities

Tuition assistance and professional development

Relocation support available

Pay, Benefits & ScheduleCompensation$80,000 – $120,000+ annually

Exceptional candidates may be considered above the posted range.

Benefits Annual profit sharing 401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible PTO

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Health Savings Accounts

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Relocation assistance available

Schedule Monday – Friday

Onsite in East Aurora, NY

Flexible scheduling available based on business needs

Apply Today Interested CNC Programmers and Manufacturing Engineers can apply directly through hireCNC. xhyhwjd

Apply today and help shape the future of aerospace manufacturing in a brand-new world-class facility.