Chipton-Ross is seeking 19 Numerical Control Programmers (Level 3) for a contract opportunity in Auburn or Everett, WA.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)
- 5+ years of NC programming experience for production machining or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrated experience programming 5-axis CNC machines for aerospace parts (aluminum and hard metals).
- Proficiency reading and interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing documentation.
- Proficient in CATIA V5 NC programming.
- Proficient in NC simulation/verification tools such as Vericut.
- Ability to create clear setup documentation and operator instructions.
- Experience with CATIA V5 and Vericut and programming 3 & 5 axis machines
- Contractor eligibility to work under the terms of the engagement.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Join a high-performing fabrication team supporting aerospace structural production in on our Machining/Tooling team, you’ll drive the NC programming, setup documentation, and machining strategy for complex multi-axis parts used on client commercial airplanes. You will collaborate closely with planning, aerospace engineering, tooling, and shop-floor operators to turn engineered concepts into producible, high-quality parts. This role is ideal for hands-on programmers who enjoy solving machining challenges, optimizing workflows, and seeing their programs executed on the shop floor. Duties may include (but are not limited to):
- Create, verify, and revise Machine Control Data (MCD), tooling geometry, and setup documentation for multi-axis CNC machines (primarily 5-axis).
- Interpret engineering drawings, planning documentation, and manufacturing requirements to develop robust NC programs for aluminum and hard-metal parts.
- Develop multiple setups and operations for complex part geometries, ensuring fixturing, tooling, and machine selection support producibility and tolerances.
- Produce clear setup sheets and operator instructions that enable consistent and safe machine operation.
- Use simulation/verification tools (e.g., Vericut) to validate programs and eliminate collisions or gouges prior to shop-floor execution.
- Troubleshoot and iterate programs based on first-article inspections, in-process feedback, and shop-floor testing.
- Coordinate with planning, manufacturing engineering, tooling design, and machine operators to optimize cycle times, reduce scrap, and address manufacturability concerns.
- For Level 4: Lead the design of custom fixtures and complex tooling arrangements and define machining strategies across multiple operations and machines.
- Maintain program documentation, revisions, and configuration control per company/contract requirements.
- Work under general direction.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)
- Prior experience creating custom fixtures and tooling for multi-setup machining operations.
- Experience defining machining strategy and selecting appropriate machines and processes for part families.
- Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing processes, inspection practices, and first-article requirements.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a track record of reducing cycle times or improving producibility.
- Effective communicator with experience collaborating across planning, engineering, and shop-floor teams.
- Experience with additional CAM systems or post-processors commonly used in aerospace environments.
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Accredited education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Associate) and typically 3 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Bachelor+1 years' related work experience, 5 years' related work experience, etc.).
WORK HOURS
FULL TIME/FIRST SHIFT; 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM. Able to work 2nd shift schedule as specified.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
- Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.
Pay: $65.00 - $67.64 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
