CNC Programmer (Mill, Lathe & Swiss)

The role

This person will develop and optimize CNC programs for 5-axis milling, CNC turning, and Swiss-type lathes. They will translate engineering designs into manufacturing processes to support the transition from prototype to scalable production.

What you will do

• Develop, prove out, and optimize CNC programs for 5-axis machining centers, CNC lathes, and Swiss-type lathes.
• Translate engineering models and drawings into manufacturing processes.
• Generate and maintain CAM programs, post-processors, tool libraries, and setup sheets.
• Lead first-article runs and process prove-out.
• Author and maintain process documentation.
• Partner with Manufacturing and Quality Engineering on tolerance feasibility and inspection planning.
• Support equipment commissioning and capability studies.
• Mentor machinists and operators on setup and program intent.
• Identify and recommend tooling, software, and process improvements.

Required qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC programming experience, including 5-axis milling and Swiss-type lathes with live tooling.
• Proficiency with a major CAM package — Mastercam, Esprit, GibbsCAM, or Fusion 360.
• Strong working knowledge of G-code/M-code, control platforms, and post-processor behavior.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and apply GD&T.
• Demonstrated experience machining precision components in metals such as stainless steels, titanium, aluminum, and/or high-temperature/superalloys.
• Practical knowledge of work-holding, fixturing, tooling selection, and feeds/speeds optimization.
• Comfort working in a documented quality environment with full part traceability.
• Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Must be able to work all required shift hours, overtime and/or weekends as needed

Nice to have

• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment — NQA-1, AS9100, or ISO 9001 — preferably nuclear, aerospace, or defense.
• Experience supporting prototype-to-production transitions or new-facility/equipment commissioning.
• Familiarity with mill-turn machining and macro/parametric (custom macro) programming.
• Working knowledge of CMM/inspection processes and first-article inspection (FAI).
• Exposure to MES/ERP-driven shop-floor systems and digital process documentation.
• Lean manufacturing or continuous-improvement experience.
• Journeyman machinist background or formal machining/CNC technical credential.

Benefits

• Stock options
• Medical coverage
• Vision coverage
• Dental coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan

About the company

General Matter enriches uranium to produce nuclear fuel. The company is designing, building, and operating low-cost enrichment services in the US.