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CNC Programmer

Karman Space & Defense
Corona, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/11/2025 CLOSED ON 1/9/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Programmer position at Karman Space & Defense?

Summary

Under direct supervision, writes, edits and optimizes CNC programs to create mechanical parts on 3, and 5 axis CNC machines. Creates highly diversified and complex programs for milling, drilling, boring, tapping, of Aerospace parts while adhering to all safety features of the machines and plant. The CNC Programmer must be able to explain the respective role within the QMS and how their role contributes to quality (Ref. Quality Procedures). The CNC Programmer shall contribute to product conformity as apart to their daily job function and shall contribute to product safety (Ref. job travelers and the Injury and Illness Prevention Program Handbook). The CNC Programmer shall also be aware of ethical behavior and conduct themselves accordingly to Karman policies and procedures (Ref. Employee Handbook).

About Us

Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry’s most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.

We are looking for a CNC PROGRAMMER !

Location: Corona, CA

Company Benefits

  • Medical 
  • Dental 
  • Vision 
  • Life 
  • 401k 
  • Tuition Reimbursement 
  • Paid Holidays 
  • Employee Referral Program 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Knowledge and understanding of standard and metric terminology
  • Must be self-confident and pay close attention to detail
  • Integrate your work with Program Management, Production, Quality departments for optimal effectiveness 
  • Maintain programs to current print/model revisions 

Education & Experience

  • 3-10 years of CATIA programming experience preferred.
  • Computer skills including working knowledge and experience with word, spreadsheets and databases.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience writing CNC programs in a machining environment

Itar Requirements

  • T o conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C.
  • 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C.
  • 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: No travel required for this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: As a federal contractor, Karman Space & Defense is committed to compliance with all federal employment eligibility requirements. We participate in E-Verify, a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. As an E-Verify employer, federal compliance mandates that we require documentation to verify your identity and employment authorization upon hire.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.

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