The Structures Company, LLC

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Numerical Control Programmer 3

LOCATION: Tukwila, WA

PAY RATE: $61.75/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (3 months with potential for extension)
• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
• Shift: 1st shift 7:30 am – 4:00 pm

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?
• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

• Plans, creates, verifies, and revises Machine Control Data (MCD), geometry, and documentation for numerically controlled equipment to manufacture and inspect parts, tools, and assemblies.
• Establishes technical requirements to determine producibility and manufacturing processes.
• Provides numerical control, machining, and programming technical experience.
• Reads and interprets technical blueprints with strong attention to details.
• Collaborates with Design Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering to ensure quality NC program prior to part fabrication.
• Plans and guides the development and integration of new machining techniques and manufacturing methods, processes, software, and equipment.
• Creates verification and simulation of NC programs for manufacturing and inspection operations.
• Applies CAD and CAM software experience including CATIA, Vericut simulation, and MasterCAM.
• Works with machine control data for a complete spectrum of numerically controlled equipment.
• Works independently and under minimal direction to deliver quality NC programs.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
• Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Associate) and typically 3 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Bachelor 1 years' related work experience, 5 years' related work experience, etc.).
• 2+ years of experience in Numerical Control (NC) programming.
• Preferred: 3 or more years of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred: Experience in CAD and CAM software including CATIA, Vericut simulation, and MasterCAM.
• Ability to read and interpret technical blueprints for machining operations.
• Experience planning, creating, verifying, and revising Machine Control Data (MCD).
• Experience establishing technical requirements for producibility and manufacturing processes.
• Experience collaborating with Design Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering teams.
• Experience with numerical control, machining, and programming technical activities.
• Experience developing and integrating new machining techniques and manufacturing methods.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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