Senior CNC Programmer & Prototype Machinist – MILL

Future Factory. Posted 3 months ago

The role

This person will program and operate CNC mills to support precision aerospace robotics manufacturing. They will create and optimize programs, perform machine set-ups, and work with engineering teams to improve manufacturability.

What you will do

Program and operate CNC mills including 3-axis, 4th-axis rotary, and 5-axis.
Create, edit, and optimize programs for HASS G-code.
Interpret engineering drawings, CAD/CAM/.STP/3D models, and GD&T requirements.
Generate tool lists.
Perform set ups and operate CNC machines.
Maintain records of mark ups on prints, save programs, setup sheets, and tool lists.
Select and optimize tooling, adjusting speeds/feeds for efficiency and tool life.
Design and machine fixture tooling as required.
Work closely with engineering and production teams to improve manufacturability.
Mentor teammates and assist with product assembly and machinery maintenance.

Required qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
8+ years of CNC programming and machining experience.
Deep mastery of 3-axis CNC milling with 4th-axis rotary, & 5-axis machining.
Proficiency in Haas control (New and Old) operation & programming (G-code).
Experience with Mastercam, or NX CAM.
Expertise in programming and operating multi-axis mill and lathe CNC machines.
Strong background in complex surfacing, swarf cuts, contours, and aerospace style applications.
Experience optimizing processes for productivity, quality, and repeatability.
Familiarity with feeds/speeds/tooling types for different material types; 6061/7075 ALM, 300/400 series stainless steel, carbon steels, Inconel, plastics, & similar.
Experience mentoring others or leading shop projects.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted.
Frequent standing, bending, grasping, pulling, and other shop-floor activities required.

Nice to have

Experience with Fusion 360 (Preferred)
5-axis experience strongly preferred

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
Paid time off, holidays, and flexible policies.
Professional growth opportunities through training and development.
Overtime pay offered during peak build cycles.

Before you apply

U.S. Person status required (citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) due to export control regulations.

About the company

Starpath Robotics is shaping the future of robotics through precision engineering and bold ideas. They value craftsmanship, speed, and ownership.