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Senior NX CAM Programmer: Aerospace Precision Lead

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davis manufacturingArvada, COtoday

Occupations

Computer Numerically Controlled Tool ProgrammersMachinistsComputer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators

Industries

Machine ShopsAll Other Industrial Machinery ManufacturingPrecision Turned Product Manufacturing
We are anAS9100-certified contract manufacturerdelivering advanced machining solutions to theaerospace and defense industry. Our core competency lies in producing complex, high-precision components with a strong emphasis onprocess optimization, repeatability, and efficiency. Unlike high-mix environments, we focus on refining and scaling established part families, driving continuous improvement in machining performance and cost.
Position Summary: TheSenior Siemens NX CAM Programmerwill be responsible for developing, optimizing, and standardizing CNC programs for3-, 4-, and 5-axis milling operationsacross a range of advanced machine platforms, including Grob, Kitamura, Okuma, and Mazak. This role requires deep expertise inSiemens NX CAM, strong machining fundamentals, and the ability to makedata-driven decisionsrelated to toolpaths, tooling strategies, and work holding. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in advancing programming methodologies, improving process efficiency, and establishing best practices across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and optimizeCNC programs in Siemens NX CAMfor complex components requiring tight tolerances and high surface integrity
  • Program3-axis, 4-axis, and full 5-axis simultaneous milling operationsacross multiple machine platforms (Grob, Kitamura, Okuma, Mazak, Haas)
  • Establish and maintainprogramming standards and best practices, including toolpath strategies, naming conventions, and documentation structure
  • Create comprehensivesetup documentation, including tool lists, setup sheets, work holding requirements, and process notes to ensure repeatability on the shop floor
  • Analyze and refine machining processes with a focus onprocess stability, cycle time reduction, and tool life optimization
  • Select and validatecutting tools, toolpath strategies, and fixturing/work holding approachesbased on material, geometry, and production requirements
  • Manage, optimize, and verifyNX Post-Processorsacross all machine platforms
  • Applydata-driven methodologiesto evaluate machining performance and guide continuous improvement efforts
  • Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement:
  • Lead initiatives tooptimize existing part families, focusing on incremental gains in efficiency, consistency, and cost reduction
  • Identify opportunities to implementadvanced toolpath strategies(e.g., high-efficiency milling, adaptive clearing, multi-axis finishing techniques)
  • Drive adoption ofadvanced NX CAM capabilities, including parametric programming, feature-based machining, and template-driven workflows
  • Collaborate with engineering, machinists, and quality teams tovalidate and refine machining processes
  • Tooling, Libraries, and Systems Development:
  • Support the development and implementation of atool management system, including tool tracking, standardization, and lifecycle management
  • Define and maintainresident tool librarieswithin NX and shop floor systems to ensure consistency and reduce setup variability
  • Standardize tooling packages across similar part families to improve efficiency and reduce cost
  • Automation & Digital Manufacturing:
  • Develop and implementautomation strategies within NX CAM, including templates, reusable operations, and parametric programming approaches
  • Demonstrate a track record ofautomating repetitive programming tasksto improve programming efficiency and reduce variability
Support integration of CAM workflows with broaderdigital manufacturing systems(MRP, tool management, etc.)
Required Qualifications:
  • 10+ years of CNC programming experience, with a strong focus on multi-axis milling
  • Advanced expertise inSiemens NX CAM, including complex multi-axis toolpath generation and post-processing considerations
  • Proven experience programming3-, 4-, and 5-axis machining centers
  • Deep understanding of machiningtight-tolerance aerospace components
  • Expert understanding of GD&T (ASME Y14.5)and the ability to translate dimensional requirements to a stable and efficient machining process
  • Extensive experience machining a range of materials, including:
  • High-strength alloys(e.g., alloy steels, tool steels, nickel-based alloys)
  • Aluminum alloys(high-speed machining and finishing strategies)
  • Strong knowledge ofcutting tools, tool coatings, and tool life optimization strategiesExperience developingsetup documentation, tool lists, and standardized processes
  • Demonstrated ability toanalyze and optimize machining processes using data
  • Strong understanding ofworkholding and fixturing principlesfor complex geometries
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in anAS9100 aerospace manufacturing environment
  • Familiarity with
  • Grob 5-axis platformsand trunnion-style or horizontal 5-axis machining
  • Experience withpost processor tuningor close collaboration with post developers
  • Knowledge ofhigh-efficiency machining (HEM)and advanced cutting strategiesExperience withNX CAM automation tools, such as templates, feature-based machining, or custom scripting
  • Soft Skills:
  • Strongownership mentalitywith a proactive, solution-oriented approach
  • Highlyanalytical and detail-oriented, with a focus on precision and repeatability
  • Excellent technical writing skills
  • Effective communicator, able to collaborate across programming, machining, and engineering teams
  • Comfortable operating in aprocess-driven, continuous improvement environment
  • Ability to balancehands-on programming workwithstrategic process development
Why Join Us:
  • Work onhigh-precision aerospace componentsusing advanced multi-axis machining platforms
  • Play a key role in shapingprogramming standards and manufacturing strategy
  • Be part of a team focused ondeep process optimization, not just high part turnover
  • Engage withcomplex technical challengesthat require both creativity and rigor*(US Citizenship or Permanent Residency Required)
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Level

SeniorL5

Location

Arvada, CO

Occupation

Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers

Industry

Machine Shops

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