Manufacturing Engineer​/CNC Programmer – Multi-Axis Milling; NX CAM

What We Love About This Job

• Pay: $80,000 – $120,000+ depending on experience
• Brand-New $40 Million Facility: Be part of a major manufacturing expansion featuring state-of-the-art machining technology
• Aerospace & Military Aircraft Work: Program and support the production of mission-critical flight components
• Relocation Assistance Available: Customized relocation support, temporary housing assistance, and sign-on packages available
• Outstanding Benefits From Day 1: Flexible PTO, 401(k) match, employee stock purchase plan, profit sharing, tuition assistance, and more

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

Moog's Military Aircraft Group continues to expand its advanced manufacturing operations as part of a multi-year transition into a brand-new $40 million facility.

To support growing aerospace programs, Moog is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer with expertise in multi-axis milling to develop machining processes, support production, and drive continuous improvement initiatives for some of the industry's most complex aerospace components.

This role combines engineering, CNC programming, and hands‑on manufacturing support, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both creating programs and seeing them succeed on the shop floor.

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving challenging technical problems in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing.

Working at Moog means deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and the opportunity to contribute to products that matter.

As a Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer – Milling, you will:

• Develop and optimize CNC milling processes for both new and existing aerospace components
• Create CNC programs, setup documentation, operation sheets, and manufacturing instructions
• Define tooling, work holding, gauging, machining sequences, and inspection requirements
• Review engineering drawings and models for manufacturability
• Support machine prove‑outs and troubleshoot machining challenges on the production floor
• Resolve issues related to tooling, work holding, inspection, and process performanceli>
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, production, and supplier teams
• Estimate setup times, run times, tooling requirements, and manufacturing costs
• Lead continuous improvement projects focused on quality, efficiency, and productivity
• Mentor junior engineers and programming personnel

You'll work with advanced manufacturing technology including:

• Okuma MU5000 5-Axis Machining Centers
• Multi-Axis Vertical Machining Centers
• Multi-Axis Horizontal Machining Centers

• Siemens NX (preferred)
• Mastercam
• ESPRIT
• Part Maker
• Similar CAD/CAM platforms

• Precision measuring equipment
• Aerospace quality systems
• AS9102 documentation requirements

• Aluminum
• Stainless Steel
• Titanium
• Aerospace Alloys

These components often require extremely tight tolerances and complex machining strategies.

• 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
• Strong background in CNC milling and multi-axis machining
• Hands‑on machine setup and machining experienceli>
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes from raw material through finished product
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• U.S. Citizenship required

• 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 integration experience
• Experience machining titanium, stainless steel, and aluminum

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