Senior CNC Programmer – Horizontal Machining; Mastercam

At a Glance

Company: Foxtrot Mike Products
Location: Boise, Idaho (On‑Site)
Job Type: Full‑Time
Pay Range: $110,000 – $140,000 per year (based on experience)
Schedule: Flexible Hours
Overtime: As Needed
Experience Level: Senior (5+ Years Horizontal CNC Programming Experience Preferred)
Relocation Assistance: Available
Industry: Firearms Manufacturing

Foxtrot Mike Products continues to expand its manufacturing capabilities as demand grows for its innovative firearms and accessories. This role exists to strengthen programming, process optimization, fixturing, and machining operations while helping develop the next generation of machinists and programmers within the organization.

As a Senior CNC Programmer, you’ll play a critical role in producing precision firearm components while improving efficiency, reducing cycle times, supporting new product development, and helping scale production through advanced machining and automation initiatives.

In this role, you will:

• Program and optimize horizontal and vertical CNC machining centers using Mastercam
• Perform machine setups, first articles, and process validation
• Support machinists and setup personnel with troubleshooting and process improvements
• Design and develop work holding and fixturing solutions
• Improve existing programs to increase efficiency and reduce cycle times
• Support lights‑out machining and automation initiatives
• Manufacture R&D and prototype components while providing feedback to engineering
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, fixture, and process issues
• Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, and production teams
• Help establish inspection processes and quality standards
• Mentor team members and contribute to professional development across the shop

You’ll work with equipment and technology including:

• Horizontal CNC Machining Centers
• Vertical CNC Machining Centers
• Mastercam Programming Software
• Advanced Workholding & Fixture Design
• First Article Inspection Processes
• Automation and Robotic Manufacturing Systems (preferred experience)

Depending on product requirements, machinists may work with:

• Aluminum
• Alloy Steel
• Stainless Steel
• Firearm‑grade specialty materials

• Senior‑level CNC programming experience
• Strong Mastercam programming background
• Extensive experience with horizontal machining centers
• Experience performing setups and first articles
• Advanced fixture and work holding design knowledge
• Ability to optimize programs for quality, efficiency, and cycle time reduction
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Continuous improvement mindset

• 5+ years of horizontal CNC programming experience
• Automation and robotics experience
• Experience supporting R&D and prototype manufacturing
• Leadership or mentoring experience
• Quality systems and inspection process development experience

Machinists choose Foxtrot Mike Products because:

• Flexible scheduling that supports work‑life balance
• Family‑first company culture
• Opportunity to work on innovative products that reach customers nationwide
• Modern manufacturing environment with advanced machining technology
• Direct collaboration with engineering and product development teams
• Significant influence on process improvement and production strategy
• Leadership growth opportunities as the company continues to expand
• A team built around blue‑collar values, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement

$110,000 – $140,000 per year (DOE)

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Referral Program
• Profit Sharing
• Retirement Plan
• Relocation Assistance

• Full‑Time Position
• Flexible Hours
• Family‑focused scheduling philosophy
• Overtime as needed

Foxtrot Mike Products is a leading firearms manufacturer based in Boise, Idaho. The company has built its reputation on delivering exceptional quality, affordability, and innovation while maintaining a strong commitment to blue‑collar values and customer‑driven product development.

Known throughout the firearms industry for outstanding customer service and innovative product design, Foxtrot Mike Products continues to grow by listening to its customers and investing in advanced manufacturing capabilities.

If you’re an experienced CNC programmer who enjoys solving complex machining challenges, improving manufacturing processes, and contributing to innovative products, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact.