CNC Programmer

Cnc Programmer

PacAero Agawam is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to provide technical leadership for CNC milling programming and machining process development within our aerospace manufacturing operations.

This role is responsible for developing CNC programs, supporting machining operations, optimizing processes, mentoring machinists, and helping drive continuous improvement in our CNC milling department. This individual will play a key role in strengthening PacAero's machining capabilities and supporting future technical growth of our engineering and programming functions.

This position is onsite, full-time days, Monday – Friday and is non-exempt.

Responsibilities

CNC Programming & Process Ownership

• Develop CNC machining programs using Mastercam for complex aerospace milling components

• Create and maintain setup sheets, tooling lists, and process documentation

• Select cutting tools appropriate for materials, geometry, and tolerance requirements

• Establish and maintain standardized tooling libraries and programming practices

• Document machining processes for repeatability and continuous improvement

• Support new part introduction, prove-outs, and process validation

Machining Support & Technical Leadership

• Provide programming and technical support to CNC machinists on the floor

• Assist with complex setups, prove-outs, and troubleshooting

• Support multi-axis milling operations including 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machines

• Optimize programs to improve cycle times, tool life, and quality

• Serve as the primary technical resource for CNC programming and machining strategy

Tooling, Fixtures & Continuous Improvement

• Select, evaluate, and implement tooling strategies for aerospace machining

• Support fixture design and machining workholding solutions

• Evaluate new tooling technologies and machining methods

• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency

• Support lights-out and unattended machining initiatives when possible

Quality & Compliance Support

• Ensure machining programs and processes comply with AS9100 and customer requirements

• Support First Article Inspections and process validation

• Ensure proper documentation, revision control, and traceability

• Collaborate with Quality to resolve machining-related nonconformances

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with machinists, supervisors, quality, and management

• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to machinists

• Support training and development of machining staff

• Communicate technical issues, improvements, and priorities to the Manager

Workplace Standards

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe machining environment

• Follow all PacAero safety, quality, and operational procedures

• Support continuous improvement and operational excellence

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical training preferred

• Minimum 5 years of CNC programming experience in aerospace or high-precision manufacturing

• Strong Mastercam programming experience (multi-axis milling required)

• Hands-on CNC milling setup experience

• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge

• Experience machining tight-tolerance aerospace components

• Experience with CNC controls such as Haas, Okuma, or similar

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical machining and programming expertise

• Ability to provide technical leadership and guidance

• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Strong attention to detail and quality

• Organized and process-focused

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing floor environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and metalworking fluids

• Standing, walking, lifting, and handling tooling and components

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs

• Overtime may be required