Numerical Control Programmer (Metals)

Job Highlights

Company Profile

Boeing is the world’s largest aerospace company and leading provider of commercial airplanes, defense, space, and security systems, and global services.

Job Profile

The company is seeking a Numerical Control Programmer (Metals) who will support the Advanced Composites Center (ACC). The Aerospace Composites Center has state-of-the-art capabilities and operates to support Boeing’s Fighter Programs.

Produce programs and implement programming methods for aerospace part fabrication.

Provide support for automation systems that are involved in various production processes, including 3- and 5-axis machining of metallic and composite parts.

Education Level

• AS or AA Degree (or Trade School equivalent) in Machine Tool Technology or related discipline

Work Experience

• 3 or more years of GD&T Fundamentals
• 8 or more years working as an NC Programmer
• Experience with CAD/CAM tools and systems
• Experience with simulation software, such as Vericut, to create machine simulations that evaluate machine motion and tooling concepts.
• Experience programming multi-axis metallic parts or assemblies (highly preferred but not required)

Duties/Responsibilities

• Basic ability to utilize or create source geometry for the generation of Machine Control Data (MCD). Ability to verify MCD and create documentation to support manufacturing processes. Verify MCD and create documentation to support manufacturing processes
• Be involved in testing and proving out new N/C programs to achieve a conforming build
• Create offline programs using NX, CATIA V5, and compatible programming and simulation software
• Develop and author reliable numerical control programs for a range of automated equipment and processes
• Once programs are released to production, candidates will be required to provide follow-on support
• Provides numerical control, machining, and programming technical experience
• Responsible for providing validated Machine Control Data (MCD) to produce production components meeting design, quality, and build plan requirements
• Weekend work and off-shift support will be required as needed. Occasional travel may be required
• Working closely with other NC Programmers, Manufacturing Engineers, Process Engineers, Equipment Engineering, the equipment provider, Boeing Design Engineers, Boeing Research and Technology Engineers, Quality Engineers, IT, Industrial Engineers, and Production Operations personnel
• Works under general supervision

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to select the best method of producing parts, tools, or assemblies. Primary materials are aluminum, titanium, steel, and composites
• Complete ability to utilize or create source geometry for the generation of Machine Control Data (MCD)
• NX, CATIA V5, and Vericut (highly preferred)

Work Environment

• Exposure to metal shavings and noise
• Follows strict safety procedures
• Standing for long periods
• Uses computers and CNC machines
• Works in machine shops or factories

Benefits/Perks

• The company provides a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

Employer’s Statement

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.