Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer - Multi-Axis Machining (NX CAM)

What We Love About This Job Pay: $80,000 – $120,000+ depending on experience Brand-New $40 Million Facility: Join during a once-in-a-career expansion into a state-of-the-art manufacturing campus ✈️ Meaningful Aerospace Work: Program and support the production of critical military aircraft components Relocation Assistance Available: Customized relocation packages, temporary housing assistance, sign-on support, and more for the right candidate Outstanding Benefits From Day 1: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, employee stock purchase plan, flexible PTO, wellness resources, and more --- At a Glance Company: Moog Location: East Aurora (Buffalo), NY Job Type: Full-Time Pay Range: $80,000 – $120,000+ per year (based on experience) 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 is in the middle of a multi-year expansion, including the transition into a brand-new $40 million manufacturing facility featuring advanced machining technology and world-class resources. As demand continues to grow, Moog is looking for experienced CNC Programming professionals who can take ownership of manufacturing processes, support complex aerospace components, and help drive the future of precision machining operations. This is not a desk-only engineering role. Successful candidates enjoy being on the shop floor, supporting prove-outs, solving manufacturing challenges, and collaborating directly with machinists, quality teams, and engineering. --- About Moog Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. Working at Moog means deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and an outstanding quality of life both inside and outside of work. --- The Work You'll Be Doing As a Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer, you will: Develop CNC programs and manufacturing processes for complex aerospace components Create detailed operation sheets, setup documentation, tooling packages, and machining instructions Define manufacturing sequences, tooling, workholding, gauging, and machine requirements Support machine prove-outs and troubleshoot programming or process-related issues on the shop floor Collaborate with engineering, quality, production, and outside vendors to improve manufacturability and efficiency Identify opportunities for process improvements, tooling upgrades, cycle time reductions, and quality enhancements Assist with manufacturing estimates, tooling development, and production planning for new programs Ensure documentation supports AS9102 and aerospace quality requirements Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations --- Machines, Software & Technology Depending on your background, you may support equipment such as: Multi-Axis Milling Okuma MU5000 5-Axis Machining Centers Mill-Turn Operations WFL Mill-Turn Machines Okuma Mill-Turn Machines Advanced Turning & Swiss Operations DMG Mori NTX Mill-Turn Machines Swiss-Type Equipment Wire EDM Systems CAM Software Siemens NX (preferred) Mastercam ESPRIT PartMaker Similar high-end CAM systems --- Materials & Industries You'll support the machining of highly engineered aerospace and military aircraft components requiring: Tight-tolerance machining Precision dimensional control Complex multi-axis manufacturing processes Extensive quality documentation and traceability --- What We're Looking ForRequired Bachelor's Degree OR Associate Degree with 6+ years of relevant experience OR High School Diploma with 8+ years of relevant experience 3+ years of CNC programming experience using CAD/CAM software Experience with multi-axis machining environments Strong understanding of manufacturing processes from raw material through finished product Experience supporting machine setup, prove-outs, and troubleshooting Strong communication and documentation skills U.S. Citizenship required Preferred NX CAM experience Mill-Turn programming experience 5-Axis machining experience Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience Hands-on machining background Experience working directly from engineering models and blueprints to develop complete manufacturing processes Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate started their career in a machine shop and understands what it takes to make parts successfully on the floor. You've likely progressed into CNC programming or manufacturing engineering and are comfortable taking ownership of the entire manufacturing process—from blueprint review and CAM programming through prove-out and production support. --- Why CNC Programmers Like Working Here Brand-new advanced manufacturing facility State-of-the-art machining technology Complex aerospace and military aircraft work Strong investment in manufacturing resources Opportunities to work with cutting-edge multi-axis equipment Collaborative engineering and production environment Long-term career growth with a global manufacturing leader Relocation support available for exceptional candidates --- Pay, Benefits & ScheduleCompensation $80,000 – $120,000+ per year For highly qualified candidates, compensation beyond the listed range may be considered. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance Flexible PTO Paid holidays 401(k) with company match Employee Stock Purchase Plan Flexible Spending Accounts Health Savings Accounts Tuition assistance Professional development opportunities Wellness programs 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. Apply Now to join one of the most exciting aerospace manufacturing expansions in North America.