Senior CNC Programmer

SmartHire is looking for a Senior CNC Programmer for a client in Pierce County. The ideal candidate will have 5 years of CNC programming experience in aerospace and 5 years of hands-on Mastercam experience. Along with strong CNC machining, setup, and control-editing skills. This is a Full Time, Direct Hire role that is fully onsite.

Position: Senior CNC Programmer

Salary: $38-50 per hour. DOE

Benefits: Upon completion of the probationary period benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k), and voluntary supplemental insurance options.

Shift: Days

Industry: Aerospace

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior CNC Programmer to develop and optimize complex machining processes for high-mix aerospace production. This hands-on role supports 3-, 4-, and 5-axis mills, CNC mill-turn equipment, and CNC lathes while improving quality, cycle time, and cost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• · Develop, test, debug, and revise CNC programs using G-code, M-code, and Mastercam.
• · Create and maintain setup sheets, tool lists, program files, and job documentation.
• · Optimize feeds, speeds, tooling, and toolpaths to reduce cycle time and production costs.
• · Review drawings and specifications to select machining methods, tools, fixtures, and parameters.
• · Support machinists on the shop floor with program prove-outs, troubleshooting, and process improvements.
• · Partner with Engineering, Quality, and Production to ensure parts meet blueprint and GD&T requirements.

Qualifications

• · 5 years of CNC programming experience in aerospace or high-precision manufacturing.
• · 5 years of hands-on Mastercam experience; Catia or SolidWorks experience is preferred.
• · Strong CNC machining, setup, and control-editing skills.
• · Experience machining materials such as Inconel, titanium, stainless steel, aluminum, copper alloys, and engineered plastics.
• · Ability to interpret technical drawings, apply GD&T, and use precision measuring tools.
• · Strong organization, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• · Must be a U.S. citizen.

SmartTalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay: $38.00 - $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• CNC programming: 5 years (Required)
• Mastercam: 5 years (Required)
• aerospace: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Pierce County, WA (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $38 - $50