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Mid-Level CNC Programmer/ Operator

Sonatech
Santa Barbara, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2031

About Sonatech

Sonatech, LLC is a premier undersea acoustics engineering and manufacturing company. With a focus on supplying advanced sonar solutions for the US Navy, our technical expertise, customized design capabilities and diverse manufacturing abilities have led to Sonatech products being deployed on virtually every class of underwater Navy system currently in operation.

Located in beautiful Santa Barbara, CA we pride ourselves as having a culture of innovation as well as first-class customer service. Sonatech has a challenging and rewarding work environment where employees have the opportunity to develop their careers by taking on new responsibilities and providing innovative solutions.

Position Summary

Under general supervision, the Machinist will set up and operate CNC Mills / Okuma and Haas Milling machines and conventional machines to fabricate metallic and non-metallic parts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Program CNC machines using CAMWorks software integrated with SolidWorks.
  • Perform set-up and first article on CNC Mill tasks in a safe and responsible manner.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications. 
  • Plan the sequence of necessary actions for the completion of a job.
  • Properly and safely load and unload raw material in CNC machinery.
  • Use measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements.
  • Perform tool wear offsets.
  • Conduct daily cleaning and light maintenance tasks on CNC machinery.
  • Utilize and abide by ISO requirements and safety procedures.
  • Comply with all quality policies, specifications, regulations, and instructions.

Required Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of experience in using and/or programming manual, semi-automated or automated tools and machines (mills, grinders, etc.)
  • Ability to learn CAMWorks software integrated with SolidWorks.
  • Ability to use precision tools (e.g., calipers) to take accurate measurements
  • Understand and have the ability to perform tool wear offsets
  • Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals
  • High school diploma or equivalent; completion of vocational training or an apprenticeship will be an asset.
  • U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience using CAMWorks with SolidWorks for programming CNC machining operations.

Benefits

Benefits include medical, dental and vision, life insurance, paid vacation and sick time, 3% 401K contribution (no matching required), company events

Salary Range

Salary range: $35-$40 an hour

Sonatech is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Salary : $35 - $40

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