CNC Programmer / Machinist (3 - 6 month Contract)

🔎At a Glance

Company: Barnes Aerospace
Location: East Granby, CT (on-site)
Job Type: Contract (3–6 months)
Discipline: CNC Programming / Manufacturing Engineering
Focus: Turning, VTL, Aerospace MRO & NPI
Reports To: Engineering Manager
Overtime: As required
Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing / MRO
Safety Sensitive: Yes (FAA & DOT compliance required)

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Why This Role Exists

This contract role supports aerospace MRO and NPI programs requiring rapid, accurate CNC programming and engineering support. Barnes Aerospace needs an experienced CNC Programming Engineer to lead turning and VTL programming, support shop-floor issues in real time, and collaborate closely with Process Engineering and Operations to maintain throughput, quality, and compliance.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Lead turning (lathe and VTL) CNC programming development, instruction, and debugging
• Collaborate with Process Engineers and machining leads to resolve production issues
• Provide direct shop-floor support with NC program edits and changes
• Support NPI development by creating and validating new NC programs
• Work with Process Engineers on CAD model development and validation for milling and turning operations
• Partner with Senior Engineering staff on broader engineering and process initiatives
• Develop and maintain manufacturing standards and programming best practices
• Author and maintain shop documentation including routers, operation sheets, and inspection forms
• Ensure compliance with approved Repair Technical Data (Engine Manuals, Service Bulletins, OEM supplemental data)

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Machines, Controls & Software

You’ll work with and support:

• Processes: Turning, VTL, Milling (supporting role)
• CAM Software: NX CAM (primary), manual programming as required
• Materials: Nickel-based and titanium alloys
• Documentation: Routers, operation sheets, inspection forms, repair technical data

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Materials You’ll Work With

• Nickel-based superalloys
• Titanium alloys
• Aerospace MRO materials

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What We’re Looking For

Required

• 5+ years of direct CNC turning programming experience
• Aerospace machining experience with nickel and titanium alloys
• Strong understanding of full machine setups, program edits, and tight-tolerance machining
• Ability to support production issues quickly and effectively
• Experience using NX CAM and manual CNC programming
• Familiarity with aerospace repair documentation (engine manuals, service bulletins, OEM-approved data)
• Experience authoring shop process planning documentation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across Engineering, Operations, and Leadership

Preferred (Not Required)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Experience supporting aerospace MRO environments
• Lean manufacturing exposure

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Why Engineers Like Working Here

Engineers choose Barnes Aerospace because:

• High-impact contract work supporting real aerospace production
• Direct influence on turning and VTL programming strategy
• Close collaboration with senior engineering and shop leadership
• Technically challenging materials and repair work
• Strong safety culture and structured aerospace environment

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Pay, Contract & Schedule

Contract Length: 3–6 months
Pay: Competitive hourly contract rate (based on experience)
Schedule: On-site | Day shift hours (flexibility required)
Overtime: As required to support operations

Safety & Compliance:

• Position is safety sensitive
• Must comply with all FAA and DOT drug & alcohol testing requirements

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