Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Programmer – Milling
Job in
Trenton, Mercer County, New Jersey, 08628, USA
Listed on 2026-01-30
Listing for:
Hr Journals
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-30
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Quality Engineering -
Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
A leading aerospace manufacturing organization is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer (Milling) to join a high-impact prismatic manufacturing team. This role combines hands‑on CNC machining with engineering responsibilities, supporting both new product development and continuous improvement of existing manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities- Develop, optimize, and support CNC milling processes for new and legacy components.
- Create CNC programs, operation sheets, and detailed manufacturing instructions.
- Define operation sequences, tooling, work holding, gauging, and machine requirements.
- Troubleshoot shop floor issues related to tooling, machining, inspection, and setup.
- Review engineering drawings for manufacturability and recommend design improvements.
- Support program prove‑outs and assist directly in the production environment.
- Estimate setup times, run times, and tooling hours for cost and capacity planning.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to improve producibility and efficiency.
- Mentor junior engineers and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Bachelors degree with 3+ years of relevant experience, OR
Associate degree with 6+ years of experience, OR
High School Diploma/GED with 8+ years of relevant experience. - Strong experience in CNC milling machining.
- Hands‑on experience with machine setup and operation.
- Experience with multi‑axis vertical or horizontal machining centers.
- Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
- Aerospace manufacturing experience.
- CNC programming experience using Siemens NX.
- Experience machining aluminum, stainless steel, and titanium.
- Knowledge of inspection methods for machined parts.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles (Lean Six Sigma is a plus).
- Experience with automation integration is a plus.
- Competitive base salary (based on experience).
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement plan with company match.
- Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.
- Relocation assistance available.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Occasional travel may be required.
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