Manufacturing Engineer​/CNC Programmer – Mill-Turn; WFL​/NX CAM

Position: Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer – Mill-Turn (WFL / NX CAM)
What We Love About This Job

Pay:  $80,000 – $120,000+ depending on experience

Brand-New $40 Million Facility:  Join one of the most exciting manufacturing expansions in aerospace

✈️  Military Aircraft Components:  Program and support the machining of complex, mission-critical aerospace parts

Relocation Assistance Available:  Customized relocation packages, temporary housing assistance, and sign-on support available

Outstanding Benefits From Day 1:  Profit sharing, 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, flexible PTO, tuition assistance, and more

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- At a Glance

Company:  Moog

Location:

East Aurora (Buffalo), NY
Job Type:  Full-Time
Pay Range:  $80,000 – $120,000+ per year

Schedule:

Monday – Friday | Onsite
Experience Level:  Mid to Senior Level (5+ years preferred)
Work Authorization:  U.S. Citizen Required

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- Why This Role Exists

Moog's Military Aircraft Group is expanding its advanced manufacturing capabilities as part of a multi-year transition into a new $40 million manufacturing facility.

To support growing aerospace programs, we're seeking a Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer with expertise in Mill-Turn machining to develop manufacturing processes, create CNC programs, support production, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys both programming and hands-on manufacturing support, with the opportunity to own the process from engineering model through production.

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- 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 with Moog means deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and the opportunity to contribute to products that support critical aerospace applications.

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- The Work You'll Be Doing

As a Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer – Mill-Turn, you will:

Create CNC programs, operation sheets, setup documentation, and manufacturing instructions for complex aerospace components

Develop machining processes for both new and existing products

Define tooling, work holding, gauging, machining sequences, and inspection requirements

Support machine prove-outs and troubleshoot machining challenges on the production floor

Collaborate with engineering, quality, production, and supplier teams to improve manufacturability and efficiency

Recommend tooling improvements, process enhancements, and manufacturing solutions

Review engineering models and drawings to identify manufacturing risks and opportunities

Estimate setup times, cycle times, tooling requirements, and manufacturing costs

Support AS9102 documentation requirements and aerospace quality standards

Drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout manufacturing operations

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- Machines, Controls & Software

You'll work with advanced aerospace manufacturing equipment including:

Mill-Turn Equipment

WFL Mill-Turn Machines

Okuma Mill-Turn Machines

Advanced Multi-Tasking CNC Platforms

CAM Software

Siemens NX (preferred)

Mastercam

ESPRIT

Part Maker

Similar CAD/CAM software platforms

Quality & Inspection

Precision inspection equipment

Aerospace documentation systems

AS9102 processes and quality requirements

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- Materials You'll Work With

Titanium

Stainless Steel

Aluminum

Aerospace Alloys

These components often feature tight tolerances, complex geometries, and demanding quality requirements.

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- What We're Looking For Required

Bachelor's Degree with 3+ years of relevant experience OR

Associate Degree with 6+ years of relevant experience OR

High School Diploma/GED with 8+ years of relevant experience

3+ years of CNC programming experience using CAD/CAM software

Experience programming and supporting Mill-Turn machining operations

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes from raw material through finished product

Hands-on machining, setup, and troubleshooting experience

Strong communication and documentation skills

U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred

Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Industrial Engineering degree

Aerospace manufacturing experience

Siemens NX programming experience

Lean Manufacturing or Lean Six Sigma experience

Inspection and quality experience

Automation…