Mastercam 5-Axis Programming Specialist (Lathe/Mill-Turn)

QCManufacturing Inc

  • Santee, CA
  • 2 days ago

    Highlights

    Translate engineering intent into robust CAM strategies for 2-, 3-, and 5-axis milling, turning, and mill/turn equipment. Partner closely with manufacturing engineers and production to scale from first article to stable, repeatable production.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSantee, CA

    Description

    Own the Toolpath. Ship Precision.

    Love turning complex aerospace prints into elegant, efficient programs? Join us and lead programming from first article through production on high-precision parts.

    Your Impact

    • Translate engineering intent into robust CAM strategies for 2-, 3-, and 5-axis milling, turning, and mill/turn equipment.
    • Drive cycle-time reduction and quality through toolpath optimization and targeted G-code edits.
    • Design fixturing and select tooling to hold tolerances and surface finish on demanding materials.
    • Build clear setup documentation to enable repeatability and safe operation.
    • Leverage machine simulation and accurate machine/control definitions to de-risk prove-outs.
    • Partner closely with manufacturing engineers and production to scale from first article to stable, repeatable production.
    • Apply rigorous GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis to protect critical features.

    Core Responsibilities

    • Program and operate multi-axis machines (2-axis, 3-axis, 5-axis, mill/turn).
    • Create and optimize CNC programs using Mastercam or similar CAM software.
    • Post and manually edit G-code to improve efficiency and accuracy.
    • Design and develop custom tooling and fixturing solutions.
    • Create clear and accurate setup documentation.
    • Incorporate machine simulations and manage machine definitions.
    • Collaborate with engineering and production teams to transition parts from first article to production.
    • Apply strong understanding of GD&T and tight tolerance requirements.

    Must-Haves

    • 5+ years of CNC machining experience.
    • 2+ years of CNC programming experience.
    • Strong understanding of GD&T and tolerance stack-up.
    • Experience with high-precision, multi-axis machines.
    • Track record of optimizing programs and manually editing G-code.
    • Clear communicator who follows detailed work instructions.
    • U.S. Person status as defined by ITAR regulations.

    Preferred

    • BS in Engineering or related technical discipline.
    • 5+ years in aerospace or turbine engine component manufacturing.

    Why Join

    • Work on flight-critical components where precision and creativity meet.
    • Collaborative, technically advanced shop environment.
    • Opportunities to own complex parts from concept to production.

    Ready?

    If you’re self-driven, detail-oriented, and motivated by high standards, we’d love to hear from you.

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