JOB TITLE: Numerical Control (N/C) Programmer
LOCATION: Grand Prairie, TX
PAY RATE: $55/hour

We are a national staffing firm partnering with top-tier aerospace companies, and we are seeking first-class employees to join our clients’ teams!

Job Details:

• Contract Length: 12 months (with potential extension)

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority as a Tier 1 supplier

• Opportunities: Thousands of openings nationwide

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. person 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: 

• Develop NC programs for machining using engineering drawings and models

• Determine appropriate machining strategies, tooling, parameters, and workholding

• Provide floor support and troubleshoot machining issues

• Identify and implement process improvements

• Estimate time requirements for new part setups

• Research and test new machining technologies, tools, and equipment

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree + 5 years machining/NC programming experience

• OR Associate’s degree + 7 years experience

• OR 9 years machining/NC programming experience

• Experience with CAM software for NC programming

• Strong problem-solving and process improvement background

• In-depth knowledge of machining practices and cutting tools

• Proficient in reading engineering drawings and applying GD&T

Desired Skills:

• Experience programming 3–5 axis mills and mill-turn machines

• Siemens NX and Vericut experience preferred

• Fixture/workholding design experience

• Familiarity with Mazak machines

• Ability to evaluate and improve part designs for machinability

• Experience leading new tool and process implementations

• Safety shoes required

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

About Us:

The Structures Company is a leading aerospace staffing agency, providing top-tier talent to major OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers. We specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements in engineering, production, IT, maintenance, and support roles.

Eligibility Requirements:

U.S. Citizenship required under ITAR regulations: A U.S. person is defined as a lawful permanent resident or a protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Keywords: Aerospace, Aviation, Engineering, Maintenance, Aircraft Design

Take your aerospace career to new heights—apply today!