Spirit Defense - Associate Numerical Control Programmer
Core
Associate Numerical Control Programmer responsible for validating NC programs, analyzing blueprints and engineering models, and optimizing manufacturing processes for defense and space missions.
Role type
Associate Numerical Control Programmer
Builds
Manufacturing plans, tooling requirements, work instructions, and production datasets for aerospace components.
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Defense
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
NC programming, GD&T (ASME Y14.5), CMM/Laser Tracker/Articulating Arm inspection, manufacturing process flow definition, configuration control, cross-functional coordination
Preferred skills
Multiple material types experience, engineering drawing interpretation, PC-DMIS/Metrolog/Polyworks/Verisurf/CAPPS-NC/Spatial Analyzer, SAP, CATIA/NX/Vericut, Six Sigma Green Belt
Technologies
PC-DMIS, Metrolog, Polyworks, Verisurf, CAPPS-NC, Spatial Analyzer, SAP, CATIA, ENOVIA, 3DX, NX, Vericut, Microsoft Excel, Beyond Compare, Notepad ++
Responsibilities
Analyze blueprints and engineering models to support NC programming; validate NC programs for compliance; develop tooling and functional test plans; define manufacturing sequences and work instructions; coordinate with suppliers and engineering teams; optimize processes and address producibility issues.
Seniority
Associate, hands-on IC
