Senior Cnc Programmer

At a GlanceCompany: Freeform TechnologiesLocation: Hawthorne, CAJob Type: Full-TimePay Range: $45 – $65/hour (based on experience) + Stock OptionsShift: FlexibleOvertime: Yes, as neededExperience Level: SeniorWork Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.---Why This Role ExistsThis role exists because Freeform is scaling production.Freeform is actively delivering production-scale metal parts for aerospace, defense, automation, and industrial customers. As production volume and part complexity increase, this role is critical to ensuring precision, throughput, and repeatability in post-print CNC machining.As a Senior CNC Programmer, you’ll play a key role in bridging metal additive manufacturing and high-precision 5-axis CNC machining, helping define how next-generation manufacturing actually works on the shop floor.---The Work You’ll Be DoingIn this role, you will:Program, set up, and run 5-axis DMG Mori CNC millsPost-machine complex metal 3D printed parts to tight tolerancesOptimize toolpaths, speeds, feeds, and strategies for efficiency and part qualityMachine parts directly from blueprints and 3D CAD modelsHold tight tolerances (±0.001” and tighter depending on part)Perform deburring, cleaning, and finishing operationsInspect parts using micrometers, thread gauges, indicators, and probingSupport preventative maintenance and cutting fluid managementCollaborate closely with engineers to improve programs, fixtures, and automationContribute to process improvement initiatives focused on throughput and repeatabilityThis is a hands-on programming role, not a desk-only CAM position.---Machines, Controls & SoftwareYou’ll work with equipment such as:Machines:DMG Mori 5-Axis CNC Machining CentersControls:SiemensCAM Software:Mastercam (highly preferred)Inspection Tools:On-machine probingMicrometers, indicators, thread gauges, precision hand tools---What We’re Looking ForRequired:5+ years of 5-axis CNC mill programming experienceStrong experience with DMG Mori 5-axis machinesProven ability machining aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, or InconelDeep understanding of setups, tooling, speeds/feeds, and optimizationAbility to read blueprints, GD&T, and CAD modelsPreferred (Not Required):Mastercam programming experienceSiemens control experienceExperience machining metal 3D printed partsNTMA certification or equivalent formal trainingExperience with automation, fixtures, or multi-axis optimizationComfortable operating cranes, forklifts, and shop equipment---Materials You’ll Work WithAluminumStainless SteelTitaniumInconel & nickel-based alloys---Why Machinists Like Working at FreeformMachinists choose Freeform because:Modern 5-axis CNC equipment and cutting-edge technologyReal collaboration between machinists, programmers, and engineersHigh-skill work — not button pushingStable, production-focused workflowsCompetitive hourly pay plus meaningful equity ownershipA clean, organized, state-of-the-art facilityOpportunities to influence how manufacturing scales globallyThis is a place for machinists who want to build something new, not just run jobs.---Pay, Benefits & SchedulePay: $45 – $65/hour (DOE)Top of range reserved for exceptional technical depth and experienceBenefits Include:Significant pre-IPO stock option packages100% employer-paid Medical, Dental & Vision insuranceTraditional & Roth 401(k)Relocation assistancePaid vacation, sick leave, and holidaysGenerous paid parental leaveFree daily catered lunch & dinnerCasual dress, flexible hours, and team events---ApplyIf you’re a Senior CNC Programmer who wants to work at the intersection of automation, additive manufacturing, and precision machining, this role is built for you. Apply directly through hireCNC or save the job to come back later.