Senior Manufacturing Engineer; Cnc Machining

At a Glance

Company: Freeform Technologies
Location: Hawthorne, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $110,000 – $200,000/year (based on experience) + Stock Options
Shift: Flexible
Overtime: Yes, as needed
Experience Level: Senior
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

This role exists because Freeform is scaling advanced manufacturing into true production
.

Freeform is moving beyond R&D into high-volume, vertically integrated production of complex metal parts for aerospace, defense, and advanced industrial customers. To do that, the company needs manufacturing engineers who deeply understand CNC machining, programming, and process optimization — not just theory.

As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer (CNC Machining), you’ll be responsible for building the machining standards, programs, and workflows that allow autonomous metal printing and precision CNC machining to scale together.

In this role, you will:

• Develop, implement, and optimize CNC programs for complex metal components
• Program, set up, and refine machining operations on DMG Mori and Haas 5-axis CNC machines
• Translate CAD models and GD&T drawings into efficient, repeatable machining strategies
• Select and optimize tooling, speeds, feeds, and cutting strategies for throughput and quality
• Troubleshoot machining issues and work hands-on with machinists to resolve them
• Maintain CNC program libraries, documentation, and standardized best practices
• Drive process improvements to reduce cycle times and increase machine utilization
• Provide hands-on technical support and training on the shop floor
• Ensure compliance with quality, inspection, and safety standards

This is a floor-focused manufacturing engineering role
, not a desk-only position.

You’ll work with equipment such as:

Machines:

• DMG Mori 5-Axis CNC Machining Centers
• Haas Multi-Axis CNC Mills

Controls:

• Siemens

CAM Software:

• Mastercam

Inspection Tools:

• CMMs (as applicable)
• Micrometers, thread gauges, indicators
• On-machine probing systems

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of 5-axis CNC programming and machining experience
• Strong expertise with Mastercam
• Hands-on experience with DMG Mori 5-axis machines
• Proven ability machining aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, or Inconel
• Strong problem-solving mindset and collaborative approach

Preferred (Not Required):

• NTMA machinist certification or equivalent training
• Experience with Siemens controls
• Experience machining metal 3D printed parts
• Experience machining castings or forgings
• Familiarity with CMMs, GD&T, and inspection planning
• Comfortable operating shop equipment (cranes, forklifts, power tools)

• Aluminum
• Stainless Steel
• Titanium
• Inconel & nickel-based alloys

People choose Freeform because:

• Engineering decisions are grounded in real machining
• Modern 5-axis CNC equipment and advanced automation
• Tight collaboration between engineers, machinists, and programmers
• High-impact work that directly influences production scale
• Competitive compensation plus equity ownership
• Clean, organized, state-of-the-art facility
• A culture focused on learning, ownership, and execution

This role is ideal for engineers who still care deeply about the cut
.

Pay: $110,000 – $200,000/year (DOE)
Top of range reserved for exceptional technical depth and manufacturing leadership

Benefits Include:

• Significant pre-IPO stock option packages
• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Traditional & Roth 401(k)
• Relocation assistance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous paid parental leave
• Free daily catered lunch & dinner
• Casual dress and flexible hours
• Regular team events and growth opportunities

If you’re a Senior Manufacturing Engineer who wants to work where advanced CNC machining, automation, and additive manufacturing intersect
, this role is built for you.

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