What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Programmer position at APA Services?
Job Summary:
The CNC Mill Programmer will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and supporting CNC machining programs for complex aerospace tooling and precision components. This role requires strong machining knowledge, programming expertise, and hands-on collaboration with machinists, engineering, and quality teams to ensure efficient and accurate production.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and possesses a strong understanding of aerospace tolerances, machining strategies, and shop floor execution.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Program 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC milling machines
- Develop and optimize machining strategies for:
- Aerospace tooling
- Precision-machined components
- Ground support equipment
- Create and maintain:
- CNC programs
- Tool lists
- Setup sheets
- Manufacturing documentation
- Review engineering drawings, CAD models, and customer specifications
- Select cutting tools, fixtures, and machining methods
- Support machinists during setup, prove-out, and production
- Troubleshoot machining and programming issues on the shop floor
- Improve cycle times, tooling efficiency, and manufacturing processes
- Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to ensure compliance with customer requirements
- Maintain organized revision control of CNC programs and manufacturing data
Requirements:
- 5 years of CNC programming experience
- Strong knowledge of:
- CNC milling operations
- Tooling and workholding
- GD&T interpretation
- Machining of aluminum, steel, stainless, and aerospace materials
- Experience programming:
- 3-axis and 4-axis CNC mills
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and CAD models
- Hands-on shop floor experience with setup and prove-out
- Preferred
- Aerospace manufacturing experience
- 5-axis programming experience
- Experience with:
- Mastercam
- Fusion 360
- SolidWorks CAM
- GibbsCAM
- HyperMill
- Familiarity with:
- Haas
- Mazak
- DMG Mori
- Okuma
- Fanuc controls
- Knowledge of AS9100 manufacturing environments
- Fixture design and process optimization experience
Preferred Skills Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting ability High attention to detail and quality Ability to work independently and collaboratively Strong communication and organizational skills Continuous improvement mindset
Salary : $40 - $48