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Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer

DRT Aerospace, LLC
Simpsonville, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/13/2026
Compensation : Competitive Salary Performance Bonus Day 1 Benefits & 401K

Shift(s) Available

  • 1st Shift | Monday - Friday | 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Are you a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer or CNC Programmer who prefers being on the shop floor instead of behind a desk? DRT Aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer to support precision machining operations, develop CNC programs, improve manufacturing processes, and work directly with machinists to drive production success.

This is an opportunity to make an immediate impact in a growing aerospace manufacturing facility where your work directly influences quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery.

What You'll Do

  • Develop CNC programs and support program optimization using NX
  • Determine manufacturing methods, routing sequences, tooling, fixturing, and inspection requirements
  • Support first article prove-outs and production launches
  • Create setup sheets, operation sheets, and manufacturing documentation
  • Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and production issues on the shop floor
  • Develop manufacturing estimates and job quotes for precision-machined components
  • Interpret blueprints and apply GD&T requirements
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, and cost reduction
  • Partner closely with machinists, supervisors, quality personnel, and production teams

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent manufacturing experience
  • 5 years of Manufacturing Engineering, CNC Programming, or Process Engineering experience
  • Strong Mastercam programming experience
  • Experience supporting CNC mills, lathes, VTLs, or multi-axis machining centers
  • Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge
  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Aerospace manufacturing experience
  • Siemens NX CAD/CAM experience
  • Fixture and tooling design experience
  • First article and production prove-out experience
  • Tool room or advanced machining experience

Why Join DRT Aerospace?

  • Sign-On Bonus
  • Performance Bonus Opportunity
  • Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k) Starting Day 1
  • Work directly with production and machining teams
  • Significant influence on manufacturing processes and operations
  • Career growth opportunities into Senior Engineering and Leadership roles
  • Stable aerospace industry with long-term growth potential
  • Challenging, precision-machined aerospace components

This Role Is Perfect For:

  • CNC Programmers looking to move into Engineering
  • Manufacturing Engineers who enjoy shop-floor involvement
  • CNC Machinists with advanced programming experience
  • Process Engineers with machining and tooling expertise

Apply Today

If you're passionate about CNC machining, process improvement, manufacturing engineering, and solving real-world production challenges, we'd love to hear from you.

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1st Shift | Monday - Friday | 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM

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