CNC Programmer

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.

-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers.

Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

As a CNC Programmer, you will create and modify CNC programs using Siemens NX for various machining operations, ensuring compliance with print specifications and collaborating with CNC programmers, engineers, and machinists to enhance productivity. Key responsibilities include participating in meetings to uphold safety and quality standards, adjusting programs based on feedback, and promoting innovation in cutting technologies. This position requires strong technical skills in CNC programming, effective teamwork, and a commitment to maintaining high-quality and safe machining practices.

This is a split shift position (1:30 PM to 12:00 AM). The job will start with training on first shift and then transition to a split shift work schedule.

On-site in Mt. Vernon, Indiana

• Collaborate with CNC programmers, Tooling Application Engineers, Supervisors, Manufacturing Engineers, and machinists to optimize machining processes for productivity and performance.
• Participate in machining kick-off and pre-work meetings to ensure safe and efficient operations while maintaining high quality.
• Collaborate with machinists during first-of-a-kind (FOAK) projects and implement program changes based on their feedback.
• Foster innovation and continuous improvement in cutting technologies and programming best practices.
• Share ideas and align standard work with other BWXT sites.
• Build effective relationships with machinists and conduct peer reviews of programs before implementation.
• Troubleshoot machine challenges and read technical documents, including instructions and prints, while adhering to all company policies and procedures.

• Associates of Applied Science degree in a technical field and (4) years of experience, or high school equivalency and (8) years of relevant experience.
• Experience programming 5-axis machines.
• Expertise reading blueprints and knowledge of geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T).
• Working knowledge and application of standard G and M codes.
• Ability to maintain detailed process documentation and other production records.
• Strong problem‑solving skills related to machining and CNC processes.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks or projects.
• Flexibility to report at other scheduled times as business need dictates.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

• Experience programming with different machining attachments (i.e. right angle, universal, offset milling).
• Experience programming with Siemens NX and Vericut.

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Paid time off to…