5-Axis CNC Programmer

Are you a CNC Programmer who thrives on precision, challenge, and cutting-edge technology? Ready to move beyond aluminum and tackle titanium, steel, and complex parts for aerospace leaders? This is your next-level opportunity.

Ricaurte Precision is experiencing massive growth and looking for candidates who want to take their career to the next level.

As a CNC Programmer, you don’t just write code – you solve complex machining puzzles. You understand that excellence in aerospace manufacturing starts with world-class programming and the best technology. We’re a tight-knit team where your ideas matter, your expertise is valued, and your growth is part of our mission.

CNC Programmer – Your Job Duties

You’ll work closely with machinists, other programmers, and the quality team, using state-of-the-art machinery and technology.

• Program CNC 3-axis, 4-axis & 5-Axis mills, Live Tooling Lathes, Swiss Screw and Wire EDM machines
• Strategically plan projects by matching job requirements with the right machine capabilities, available capacity, and machinist expertise
• Review CAD/solid models and develop efficient machining strategies
• Support machinists on the shop floor with setups and troubleshooting
• Help with project quoting, planning, and process improvements

CNC Programmer - Required Skills, Experience & Culture Fit

You have:

• Experience with hard materials programming on 3-axis and 4-axis mills (steel, titanium, Inconel or hard plastics outside of aluminum only) OR experience with programing on 5-axis mills in aluminum environment
• Desire to learn and grow (and work on sophisticated technologies!)

You might have:

• Experience working with Matsuura
• Mastercam or Esprit CAM software experience
• Knowledge of Quality Management systems AS9100 and GD&T

CNC Programmer – Benefits for you

• Relocation assistance may be available.
• You will work out of our state-of-the-art Santa Ana, California, facility, with a team using the best CNC machining technologies.
• Compensation will be $49 – $55 an hour (payable based upon experience), plus the potential to earn overtime for hours over 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week. You can anticipate about 10 hours of overtime per week, on average.
• Your benefits include medical, dental, and vision with employer contribution towards your premium, life insurance, paid time off and paid holidays, and a 401K plan with company match. In addition, the company will ensure that you have the tools, technologies and special request equipment that you need.