Senior CNC Machinist/Programmer

Senior CNC Machinist / Programmer

Location: Snohomish County, WA

Salary: $93,000 per year

Saxon is hiring a Senior CNC Machinist / Programmer for a leading precision manufacturing operation in Snohomish County. This is a hands-on role for an experienced machinist who can independently program, set up, troubleshoot, and machine complex aerospace and precision components while supporting continuous improvement efforts and mentoring team members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program, set up, and machine complex CNC parts from print or CAD model to finished product.
• Develop and optimize machining processes for prototype and production work.
• Interpret blueprints, GD&T requirements, and manufacturing documentation.
• Design and improve fixturing solutions to support efficient production.
• Troubleshoot machining, setup, and programming issues.
• Perform inspections and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Mentor junior machinists and support daily production priorities.
• Drive process improvements to increase efficiency and quality.

Qualifications Required:

• Extensive CNC machining and programming experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Aerospace machining experience.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills.
• Expert setup, troubleshooting, and process development abilities.
• Experience holding tight tolerances and working with complex parts.
• Proficiency with CAM software and CNC programming.
• Strong quality and inspection background.
• Leadership or mentoring experience.

Preferred:

• 15+ years of CNC machining experience.
• Experience with Siemens NX CAM.
• Prototype machining or high-mix, low-volume job shop experience.
• AS9100 manufacturing environment experience.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical coverage for employees.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on operations and company growth.

If you're a highly skilled CNC professional looking to work on challenging aerospace and precision manufacturing projects, we'd like to hear from you.