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5-axis CNC Programmer; aerospace

Job in San Jose, Santa Clara County, California, 95199, USA
Listing for: 100Hires, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-05
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    CNC Machinist, Manufacturing Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 50 - 65 USD Hourly USD 50.00 65.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
CNC 5-Axis Programmer

Location:

San Jose, CAPay: $50-$65/hr, based on experience

Direct Hire | Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing Overview Tek Pro  is partnered with a well-established, high-precision contract manufacturer in the San Jose area in finding experienced CNC 5-Axis Programmer to support complex aerospace and defense machining. The company has more than 50 years in business and operates a vertically integrated facility with advanced milling, turning, grinding, Swiss machining, EDM, and secondary capabilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strong programmer who enjoys challenging work, tight tolerances, advanced machining, and direct shop-floor involvement.

Responsibilities Create, prove out, and optimize CNC programs for complex 5-axis milling applications.

Develop machining strategies from CAD models, engineering drawings, and GD&T requirements.

Select tooling, work holding, speeds, feeds, and cutting strategies for quality and efficiency.

Simulate and verify programs for accuracy, collision avoidance, and efficient toolpaths.

Support machinists and setup personnel during prove-outs, first articles, and troubleshooting.

Make program adjustments to improve cycle time, tool life, setup efficiency, and part quality.

Maintain setup sheets, tooling information, program revisions, and related documentation.

Work closely with engineering and quality to resolve machining and dimensional issues.

Qualifications7+ years of CNC machining/programming experience, including strong 5-axis milling experience.

Proficiency with Mastercam or a similar software

Strong understanding of G-code, GD&T, tooling, work holding, feeds/speeds, and machining fundamentals.

Ability to independently program complex precision components and support programs on the shop floor.

Aerospace, defense, medical, or other high-precision manufacturing experience preferred.

Compensation & Benefits $50-$65/hr starting pay, depending on experience.

Consistent overtime opportunities, often 10+ hours per week.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) with employer match.

Paid time off and additional company benefits.

You should be proficient in:

CNC Programming Aerospace Manufacturing Machines & technologies you'll use:

CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC)
CAM Software (Mastercam)
CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)
CAD/CAM
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