CNC Programmer Jobs in Hampton VA
Full time @Craft Machine Works posted 1 day ago in CNC Programmer , in Machinist Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 74736
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Career Level Others
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Experience 7 Years
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Industry Machining
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Qualifications Certificate
Job Description
Job Title: CNC Programmer (Defense / Aerospace)
Reports To: Operations Manager
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
The CNC Programmer supports precision manufacturing of defense and aerospace components by developing, validating, and maintaining CNC programs that comply with customer specifications, contractual requirements, and regulated quality standards. This role ensures repeatable, traceable, and auditable machining processes in accordance with AS9100 and applicable defense contract requirements.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop, validate, and maintain CNC programs for mills, lathes, and multi-axis machines in compliance with AS9100 quality standards
• Interpret controlled engineering drawings, CAD models, specifications, and GD&T requirements
• Ensure CNC programs, setup sheets, and tooling documentation meet configuration control and revision requirements
• Support first article inspections (FAI) per AS9102 and assist with validation of machining processes
• Select approved tooling, fixtures, and machining strategies to meet material, tolerance, and surface finish requirements
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Production to resolve nonconformances, corrective actions, and root cause investigations
• Optimize machining processes while maintaining compliance with customer and contractual requirements
• Support internal and external audits, including customer, government, and third-party audits
• Ensure programs follow cybersecurity, data control, and export compliance requirements (ITAR/EAR as applicable)
• Maintain traceability of programs, revisions, and process changes
Required Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or apprenticeship preferred
• 5 to 7+ years of CNC programming experience in a regulated manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining, tooling, feeds, speeds, and multi-axis machining
• Proficiency with CAM software (e.g., Mastercam, Fusion 360, GibbsCAM) and G-code
• Ability to read and interpret aerospace/defense drawings and GD&T
• Experience working under AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality systems
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with AS9100, AS9102 (FAI), and customer-specific aerospace requirements
• Familiarity with ITAR/EAR-controlled environments
• Experience machining high-performance materials (Inconel, Titanium, stainless alloys)
• Experience supporting government or prime defense contractors
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience
Skills & Competencies
• Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline
• Ability to work within controlled processes and change management systems
• Effective cross-functional communication with Quality, Engineering, and Production
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
• Ability to balance efficiency improvements with compliance requirements
Compliance & Work Authorization
• Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (if applicable)
• Must comply with company export control, data security, and confidentiality policies
• Ability to pass background checks as required by defense contracts
Physical Requirements
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with CNC machinery
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform shop-floor support as needed
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as required
Interested? Please forward resume to – Kmichael@craftmachine.com
