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Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer Senior CNC Programmer, Chandler & Phoenix

Onsite · Phoenix, Arizona
Posted August 14, 2026
full-time

Overview

Own aerospace CNC programming and manufacturing engineering across multi-axis milling and turning in a precision aerospace shop. Scale processes from prototype to full production for complex castings, forgings, and hog-outs using GibbsCAM or Mastercam and Okuma/Doosan/Yama Seiki equipment. Join a team delivering parts for aerospace, defense, and space programs with AS9100D, ITAR, and CMMC 2.0 Level 2 compliance. This role blends process development, G-code editing, tooling strategy, and shop floor support to boost throughput and quality.

What You'll Do10

  • 1Build and optimize 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC programs and setups to cut lead times by delivering robust process definitions.
  • 2Design and refine manufacturing processes for complex aerospace components to meet first article and production readiness targets.
  • 3Create and maintain setup documentation, tooling strategies, and shop travelers within ERP systems to streamline operations.
  • 4Interpret engineering drawings GD&T blueprints and customer specs to ensure conformance and minimize rework.
  • 5Support machining operations with tooling selection fixture concepts and process improvements to drive manufacturability and throughput.
  • 6Edit and verify G-code and post-processor outputs for accuracy and consistency.
  • 7Collaborate with machinists quality assurance and engineering teams to elevate throughput and quality metrics.
  • 8Reduce setup times and optimize fixturing and feeds speeds to improve efficiency across multi-axis cells.
  • 9Lead first article inspections and production readiness activities to ensure smooth ramp
  • 10Maintain knowledge of tooling, fixturing, and machining strategies to sustain continuous improvement.

Requirements6

  • 1Over five years of aerospace CNC programming and manufacturing engineering experience
  • 2Extensive experience with GibbsCAM or Mastercam
  • 3Experience machining titanium and nickel alloys
  • 4Ability to read GD&T blueprints and engineering models
  • 5Experience with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing documentation
  • 6Knowledge of AS9100 quality management systems is preferred

Salary Insight

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Location

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LocationPhoenix, Arizona

Required Skills

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