Air Ind Programmer

COMPANY: Our client is a leading Aerospace & Defense manufacturer with more than 80 years of experience delivering flight-critical components and assemblies to top defense and commercial aerospace companies. Their products are known for precision, reliability, and performance, supporting some of the most advanced aircraft and turbine systems in the world. The Connecticut facility is one of two "Centers of Excellence," specializing in turbine engine machining, and is part of a 200,000+ sq. ft. operation employing over 200 highly skilled professionals.
JOB: We are seeking an experienced Programmer / Process Engineer to join the team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing programs and processes for new and existing customer projects. You will work closely with others in engineering, programming, suppliers, and vendors to ensure all aspects of the manufacturing process are done effectively.
To succeed in this role, you'll need strong knowledge of CNC and manual machining, GD&T, blueprint reading, and inspection methods, as well as proficiency with CAD/CAM software. Experience creating documentation such as travelers, operation sheets, and process specifications, along with the ability to take a product from blueprint to production is required.
OPPORTUNITY: This is a high-impact role where your technical and engineering expertise will directly influence the company's ability to process parts through the plant accurately and efficiently.
The company offers:

• A stable, well-funded environment with strong corporate backing
• Long-term career growth, with many employees advancing into leadership roles and staying 10-20+ years
• Recognition and reward for high performance and contributions
• The chance to work on cutting-edge aerospace and defense projects

If you're looking for a role where your expertise makes a direct impact and your career can grow for the long term, this is the opportunity for you.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Creating complete processes with programs for (up to 5 axis) milling (and turning: a plus) for aerospace components
• Operation sheets, modelling, tool design, process creation, machining and inspection support
• All other functions needed to successfully process machined aerospace components from inception of material and blueprint or model to package and ship

Location:             Litchfield County, CT
Experience level:              7+years min in similar role
Industry:              Aerospace Component Machining
Salary$$:              $100-125k+ salary
Benefits:
Medical, RX, Hospitalization - 100% Employer paid, Single and Family Dental - 100% Employer paid, Single and Family
Life Insurance - 100% Employer paid Long Term Disability - 100% Employer paid Vision Paid Time Off Holidays 401k FSA AFLAC
Qualifications & Requirements:

• 10+ years' experience in milling and turning CNC shops creating Aerospace components
• Programming and Process Engineering using CAD/CAM software (NX and/or CATIA is preferred)
  • CAD model creation and modification
  • Creation of operation sheets and supporting documents for milling (and turning) operations
  • Tool design (work-holding / fixturing) and knowledge of cutting tools and best chip removal practices
• Reading and interpretation of Blueprint and specifications
• Ability to effectively communicate w colleagues
• Supporting machining and inspection (including CMM models)