
CNC Programmer - Vericut/Catia/Mastercam
At a Glance
Company: Align Precision
Location: Garden Grove, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $41–$58 per hour (based on experience)
Shift: Day Shift
Overtime: Optional
Experience Level: Mid - Senior Level (6+ years CNC programming experience)
Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing
Work Authorization: U.S. Person preferred due to aerospace manufacturing environment
Apply Link: Apply directly through hireCNC
Why This Role Exists
This role exists due to continued growth in advanced aerospace manufacturing programs and increasing demand for complex multi-axis machining support.
At Align Precision, this position plays a critical role in developing and optimizing machining strategies for high-performance aerospace components, with a strong focus on precision, efficiency, process improvement, and technical problem solving.
This is not a button-pushing role. This is a high-level CNC programming position supporting complex titanium and forged aerospace components where programming knowledge, troubleshooting ability, and machining strategy directly impact production success.
The Work You’ll Be Doing
In this role, you will:
- Program complex aerospace components utilizing 4, 5, and 6-axis machining platforms
- Develop machining strategies for forged materials and exotic aerospace alloys
- Utilize CATIA and/or Mastercam for CNC programming
- Simulate and verify programs using Vericut
- Design fixturing concepts using CAD systems
- Work directly with machinists and operators on the shop floor to troubleshoot and improve machining processes
- Select tooling and optimize cutting strategies for difficult-to-machine materials
- Interpret aerospace blueprints and GD&T requirements
- Analyze manufacturing processes to improve productivity and efficiency
- Support engineering documentation, process improvements, and technical reporting
- Assist with technical troubleshooting and production-related customer issues
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives throughout manufacturing operations
Machines, Controls & Software
You’ll work with technologies such as:
Machining:
- 4-Axis CNC Machines
- 5-Axis CNC Machines
- 6-Axis CNC Machines
- Multi-Axis Aerospace Machining Platforms
CAM / Software:
- CATIA
- Mastercam
- Vericut (required)
- CAD Systems for Fixturing Design
Inspection & Engineering:
- Aerospace GD&T
- Technical Documentation
- Process Analysis & Optimization
Materials You’ll Work With
- Titanium
- Forged Aerospace Materials
- Exotic Aerospace Alloys
What We’re Looking For
Required:
- 6+ years of CNC programming experience
- Strong multi-axis machining experience (4/5/6 axis)
- Aerospace machining background
- Experience machining titanium and exotic materials
- Strong understanding of tooling applications and cutting strategies
- Ability to read and interpret aerospace blueprints and GD&T
- Experience troubleshooting machining processes directly on the production floor
- Vericut experience required
Preferred:
- Experience with both CATIA and Mastercam
- Fixturing design experience using CAD systems
- Process engineering or manufacturing optimization background
- Experience supporting operators and improving production efficiency
Why Machinists & Programmers Like Working Here
Professionals choose ALIGN PRECISION because of the complexity of the work, the technical environment, and the opportunity to work on advanced aerospace manufacturing programs.
- Challenging multi-axis aerospace machining work
- Advanced manufacturing environment
- Opportunity to work with titanium and exotic materials
- Strong technical collaboration between engineering and production
- High-impact role with visibility into manufacturing improvements
- Stable aerospace manufacturing environment
- Competitive compensation for experienced programmers
Pay, Benefits & Schedule
Pay Range:
$41–$58/hr DOE
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off and holidays
- Stable full-time employment
- Opportunity for long-term growth
Schedule:
Day Shift
Overtime available as needed based on production demands.
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Fields of study
- CNC
Years of experience
- 5+ years of experience
Salary range
- $41 - $58 per hour
CAM Software Experience
- Mastercam
CNC Controls Experience
- Fanuc