CNC Router Operator - Programmer

Published 06.03.2026

Company :
Northwest Aerospace Technologies Job field :
Manufacture / assembly and repair Location :
Everett , Washington , United States Contract type :
Permanent Contract duration :
Full-time Required degree :
High School Diploma/GED Equivalent Required experience :
More than 3 years Professional status :
Employees / Staff Salary range : $47,570 - $74,760" (22.87
-hr.

- 35.94
-hr.)# Published 06.03.2026

Job Description

Position Summary:

Operates computer numerical controlled (CNC) router machines. Router machines are generally used for the construction of aircraft interior structural and non-structural parts, such as floor panels, aluminum parts, phenolic panels and other various materials used in aircraft interiors using engineering drawings, company and customer specifications.

Key

Duties and Responsibilities:

Adheres to company and customer specifications, work instructions, engineering prints and work orders.

Issues the materials within ERP system to maintain traceability of product.

Must carefully handle raw material and manufactured parts to ensure the integrity and quality is not compromised by handling.

Operate/monitors CNC Router machine to ensure proper program and machine performance.

Experience using Mastercam 2019

Edit settings, manage tool library, and manipulate post processor settings.

Must be able to write programs and assign toolpaths within the software that are for parts that have complex surfaces and multiple operations for 3axis routers.

Reviews drawing 3D file for accuracy within Autodesk.

Program parts from 3D file into Mastercam software.

Create cutting paths in Mastercam software

Build parts to proper build schedule with aid from Production Control/lead/supervisor.

Operate tools such as: drills, drill press, debur equipment.

Verifies the accuracy of the parts using calipers, scales and other metrology equipment as a periphery inspection and report any suspect parts immediately to lead.

Involved in improving lean product flow.

Tool production and design using Mastercam.

Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements Knowledge/Experience Must be at least 18 years of age.

A High School Education or GED, required.

Min 3-5 years CNC router experience preferred

Skills/Abilities Ability to communicate well in English both in writing and orally.

Troubleshooting/problem solving

Detail oriented

Ability to prioritize, multi-task effectively, and work under pressure

Able to perform basic mathematic calculations

Must be able to read and understand drawings

Familiarity of the basic operation of CNC router machine, Mastercam and AutoCAD software

Understanding of quality objectives, customer's expectations

Working Conditions:

Standard machine shop environment.

Physical Requirements:

Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.

Hearing and vision within normal ranges is essential for safe conduct on the manufacturing floor and to meet job responsibilities

Pre-employment hearing test may be required.

At Safran Cabin, diversity & inclusion is a source of richness that adds quality of life, performance, and innovation. We welcome diverse contributions and provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability/medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

We seek service-oriented team players with strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude, adaptable to our innovative and evolving environment.

Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:

Team oriented

Process focused

Open & honest communication

Quality minded

Ability to persevere and honor commitments

Recognizes success

Executes with urgency

Creates solutions

Customer focused in everything we doThis description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job;

it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.

Safran Cabin headquarters are located in California, with a global presence of over 11,000 employees at 36 sites. Site locations are in the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Canada, Germany, France, Czech Republic, the Netherlands, Tunisia and Thailand.…