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CNC Programmer 3, 4 & 5 Axis

Motive Companies

Job Location:

Wichita, KS - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 25 - 55

Posted: 28 August 2026 (5 days ago)

Application Deadline: 25 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Details:

CNC Programmer 3 4 & 5 Axis

Do you enjoy taking a complex aerospace drawing and figuring out exactly how to machine it

As our CNC Programmer youll turn engineering designs into the programs tooling and processes used to manufacture highly complex aerospace components.

Youll work with NX CATIA Vericut 3- 4- and 5-axis machining developing and verifying programs before they ever reach the production floor.

Whether youre growing your CNC programming career or youre an experienced programmer who can take on advanced 5-axis parts we have opportunities at multiple levels.

Your programs will directly support the manufacturing of precision components used in fighter jets satellites and some of todays most advanced aerospace programs.

If youre ready to put your programming and machining knowledge to work on something bigger

then KEEP READING and APPLY NOW!

Why Join Orizon Aerostructures

We manufacture and assemble some of the most complex monolithic machined parts using some of the fastest most advanced CNC machines and manufacturing technologies in the world.

Youll work alongside experienced programmers engineers machinists and quality teams while continuing to build your skills and take on increasingly complex aerospace programs.

Whats in This for You:

Competitive Pay: $25 - $55 per hour based on experience and location

Shift: Monday through Friday 7am to 3:30 pm

Exceptional Benefits: Medical dental vision life insurance 401(k) matching Flexible Spending Account PTO

*Locations available: Wichita KS / Olathe KS / Grove OK / Chanute KS

Your New Role:

Review and interpret aerospace drawings customer requirements and GD&T
Develop CNC programs using NX and/or CATIA
Design tooling fixtures workholding and machining processes
Program 3- 4- and 5-axis CNC machining based on your experience level
Use Vericut to simulate and verify programs before releasing them to production
Work directly with Manufacturing/Application Engineering Planning and Quality to improve production processes
Develop setup sheets operation instructions and work instructions
Support first-piece acceptance and establish in-process verification requirements
Troubleshoot programming and machining issues
Improve first-pass yield cycle times programming hours and overall machining performance
Participate in Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations
Maintain and archive proven programs for production
Support production to keep quality and delivery schedules on track

Details:

What You Need to Succeed:

CNC programming experience in a machining/manufacturing environment
Experience with NX and/or CATIA
Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge
Understanding of cutting tools tool holders cutter geometry boring bars inserts fixtures and workholding
Ability to develop machining processes and tooling for CNC programs
Knowledge of precision measuring tools including calipers micrometers depth gauges and indicators
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Ability to work closely with Manufacturing Engineering Quality and Operations
Aerospace or aerostructures experience strongly preferred
Vericut experience preferred

Your Experience Will Determine Your Level:

Level 1 CNC Programmer

Program basic 3-axis parts
Develop tooling and processes using established programming plans
Interpret blueprints and GD&T
Use NX/CATIA and Vericut to support program development and verification
Participate in RCCA and production process improvements

Level 2 CNC Programmer

Independently program 3- and 4-axis parts
Program basic 5-axis parts with minimal supervision
Build Vericut projects to verify CAM processes
Design workholding and tooling for your programs
Work toward first-pass yield cycle-time and programming-hour goals
Provide technical support to Level 1 Programmers

Level 3 Senior CNC Programmer

Independently program complex 3- 4- and 5-axis aerospace parts
Develop workholding and tooling for complex programs
Build Vericut machine control and tool-management files
Lead RCCA investigations
Mentor and train Level 1 and Level 2 Programmers

Level 4 Advanced CNC Programmer

Handle the most advanced programming responsibilities across 3- 4- and 5-axis machining
Build and modify post processors using NX Post Builder ICAM Post Works and related tools
Build machine-control and simulation models for new and existing CNC equipment
Develop and manage advanced tool libraries
Evaluate and implement new programming software and tooling technologies
Serve as a technical resource and mentor for other CNC Programmers
Help drive continuous improvement across programming and manufacturing

This position involves access to information or technology subject to ITAR regulations. Only U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens lawful permanent residents or individuals granted asylum/refugee status) will be considered. Proof of U.S. Person status is required prior to employment.

Ready to Take the Next Step

If you know CNC machining and enjoy figuring out the best way to turn a complex aerospace design into a repeatable manufacturing process we want to hear from you.

Whether youre programming 3-axis parts today or already handling complex 5-axis aerospace work there may be a level here that fits your experience.

Apply now and lets start building your future together!

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