3-axis and 5-axis CNC Programmers

Job Description

CNC Programmer / Machinist – 3-Axis & 5-Axis

Longmont, CO | Direct Hire | $30–$55/hr DOE | 4-Day Workweek + OT on Fridays

A growing aerospace and defense manufacturer in Longmont is adding experienced CNC Programmers/Machinists to its team as it significantly expands its machining capabilities.

Two Direct-Hire openings are available:

• 3-Axis CNC Programmer/Machinist- $30-40 per hour
• 5-Axis CNC Programmer/Machinist- $35-$55 per hour

These are true cradle-to-grave positions. You’ll own the process from programming and tooling strategy through setup, prove-out, machining and inspection. This is an opportunity to work on complex, tight-tolerance aerospace and defense components using state-of-the-art equipment, new machines and advanced tooling.

Why This Opportunity?

• Work on complex aerospace & defense components
• State-of-the-art CNC equipment and brand-new machines and tooling
• High-mix, low-volume machining environment
• Significant investment in expanding machining capabilities
• Opportunity to help build and improve machining processes
• Work alongside experienced machinists and programmers
• Excellent opportunity for someone who wants to keep learning and growing
• Take ownership of your work from program to finished part

What You'll Do

• Program CNC machines using Mastercam 2027
• Develop machining, tooling and work holding strategies
• Create and optimize multi-axis toolpaths
• Model tooling and holders and verify collision-free programs
• Simulate and prove out programs
• Set up machines, establish work offsets and probing routines
• Run and monitor parts you personally programmed
• Troubleshoot programming, tooling, setup and machining issues
• Inspect completed parts for conformance to specifications
• Optimize feeds, speeds, toolpaths, cycle times and processes
• Help develop and improve machining processes as the department grows