Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer – Multi-Axis Milling (NX CAM)

What We Love About This Job

• 💰 Pay: $80,000 – $120,000+ depending on experience
• 🏭 Brand-New $40 Million Facility: Be part of a major manufacturing expansion featuring state-of-the-art machining technology
• ✈️ Aerospace & Military Aircraft Work: Program and support the production of mission-critical flight components
• 📦 Relocation Assistance Available: Customized relocation support, temporary housing assistance, and sign-on packages available
• 🌟 Outstanding Benefits From Day 1: Flexible PTO, 401(k) match, employee stock purchase plan, profit sharing, tuition assistance, and more

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🔎At a Glance

Company: Moog
Location: East Aurora (Buffalo), NY
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $80,000 – $120,000+ per year
Schedule: Monday – Friday | Onsite
Experience Level: Mid to Senior Level (5+ years preferred)
Work Authorization: U.S. Citizen Required

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Why This Role Exists

Moog's Military Aircraft Group continues to expand its advanced manufacturing operations as part of a multi-year transition into a brand-new $40 million facility.

To support growing aerospace programs, Moog is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer with expertise in multi-axis milling to develop machining processes, support production, and drive continuous improvement initiatives for some of the industry's most complex aerospace components.

This role combines engineering, CNC programming, and hands-on manufacturing support, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both creating programs and seeing them succeed on the shop floor.

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About Moog

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving challenging technical problems in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing.

Working at Moog means deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and the opportunity to contribute to products that matter.

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The Work You'll Be Doing

As a Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer – Milling, you will:

• Develop and optimize CNC milling processes for both new and existing aerospace components
• Create CNC programs, setup documentation, operation sheets, and manufacturing instructions
• Define tooling, workholding, gauging, machining sequences, and inspection requirements
• Review engineering drawings and models for manufacturability
• Support machine prove-outs and troubleshoot machining challenges on the production floor
• Resolve issues related to tooling, workholding, inspection, and process performance
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, production, and supplier teams
• Estimate setup times, run times, tooling requirements, and manufacturing costs
• Lead continuous improvement projects focused on quality, efficiency, and productivity
• Mentor junior engineers and programming personnel

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Machines, Controls & Software

You'll work with advanced manufacturing technology including:

Machines

• Okuma MU5000 5-Axis Machining Centers
• Multi-Axis Vertical Machining Centers
• Multi-Axis Horizontal Machining Centers

CAM Software

• Siemens NX (preferred)
• Mastercam
• ESPRIT
• PartMaker
• Similar CAD/CAM platforms

Inspection & Quality

• Precision measuring equipment
• Aerospace quality systems
• AS9102 documentation requirements

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Materials You'll Work With

• Aluminum
• Stainless Steel
• Titanium
• Aerospace Alloys

These components often require extremely tight tolerances and complex machining strategies.

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What We're Looking For

Required

• Bachelor's Degree with 3+ years of relevant experience OR
• Associate Degree with 6+ years of relevant experience OR
• High School Diploma/GED with 8+ years of relevant experience
• 3+ years of CNC programming experience using CAD/CAM software
• Strong background in CNC milling and multi-axis machining
• Hands-on machine setup and machining experience
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes from raw material through finished product
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred

• Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Industrial Engineering degree
• Aerospace manufacturing experience
• Siemens NX programming experience
• Lean Manufacturing or Lean Six Sigma experience
• Inspection and quality experience
• Automation integration experience
• Experience machining titanium, stainless steel, and aluminum

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate started their career as a machinist, gained hands-on experience running and setting up CNC mills, and eventually transitioned into CNC programming or manufacturing engineering.

You enjoy taking ownership of the entire manufacturing process—from reviewing engineering models and creating toolpaths to supporting prove-outs and continuous improvement efforts on the shop floor.

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Why CNC Programmers Like Working Here

• Brand-new advanced manufacturing facility
• State-of-the-art 5-axis machining technology
• Challenging aerospace and military aircraft work
• Strong engineering and manufacturing collaboration
• Investment in modern equipment and resources
• Long-term career growth opportunities
• Tuition assistance and professional development
• Relocation support available

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Compensation

$80,000 – $120,000+ annually

Exceptional candidates may be considered above the posted range.

Benefits

• Annual profit sharing
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible PTO
• Paid holidays
• Parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Relocation assistance available

Schedule

• Monday – Friday
• Onsite in East Aurora, NY
• Flexible scheduling available based on business needs

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Apply Today

Interested CNC Programmers and Manufacturing Engineers can apply directly through hireCNC.

👉 Apply today and help shape the future of aerospace manufacturing in a brand-new world-class facility.