CNC Programmer

Job Description

Job Description

Precision CNC Machining, Inc. – Oxnard, CA
Full-Time

Precision CNC Machining, Inc. is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to join our growing team in Oxnard, California. We are an AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 certified precision machine shop serving the aerospace, defense, automotive, and other high-precision industries.

We are looking for someone who can take a job from print and CAD model through programming, setup, first article, and production . The ideal candidate has strong hands-on machining knowledge and understands how to develop efficient, reliable processes—not simply create toolpaths.

Responsibilities

• Program CNC mills and Lathes
• Program and support 3-axis and 5-axis milling operations
• Develop complete machining processes from engineering drawings and CAD models
• Select appropriate tooling, workholding, speeds, feeds, and cutting strategies
• Create efficient roughing, finishing, drilling, tapping, and 3D machining toolpaths
• Optimize existing programs to improve cycle time, tool life, and part quality
• Assist machinists with setups, prove-outs, and troubleshooting
• Establish proper work offsets, tool offsets, and setup procedures
• Work with tight-tolerance aerospace and precision-machined components
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, GD&T, dimensions, tolerances, and surface-finish requirements
• Troubleshoot dimensional, tooling, chatter, finish, and machining issues
• Work closely with production and inspection personnel to ensure parts meet customer requirements
• Maintain organized programs, setup information, tooling information, and revisions
• Follow all company quality procedures and AS9100D / ISO 9001 requirements

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC programming experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of CNC milling and Lathe machining processes
• Experience programming Haas CNC equipment is highly preferred
• Experience with 5-axis machining and rotary/trunnion work is a major plus
• Ability to program directly from CAD models and engineering drawings
• Strong understanding of GD&T and tight-tolerance machining
• Strong knowledge of cutting tools, speeds and feeds, workholding, and machining strategies
• Experience machining materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, alloy steel, and engineering plastics
• Ability to independently troubleshoot programs and machining processes
• Experience with aerospace or defense manufacturing is preferred
• Must be dependable, organized, detail-oriented, and focused on producing quality work

Our Equipment & Capabilities

Our CNC department includes Haas VF-series vertical machining centers, Haas ST-series CNC lathes, and 5-axis capability using a Haas TRT210 trunnion . We manufacture a wide variety of precision components, from prototypes and small runs to production work.

What We're Looking For

We want a programmer who understands what actually happens at the machine . You should be comfortable looking at a print or model, determining how the part should be held and machined, selecting the right tools, programming the job, and working with the machinist through a successful first-piece prove-out.

This position is a good fit for someone who takes pride in machining, enjoys solving difficult manufacturing problems, and wants to work in a shop that is continuing to expand its aerospace and defense business.