Cnc Programmer

Job Title: Advanced CNC Programmer

Location: St. Louis, MO

Shift: 1st Shift (Mon–Fri, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, flexible start/stop times) + Overtime

Environment: Clean, climate-controlled shop

About the Role

We are looking for an Advanced CNC Programmer to join a precision manufacturing team producing complex aerospace and defense components. This is a hands-on role for a highly skilled professional who thrives on solving challenging machining problems and driving innovation in multi-axis programming.

Key Responsibilities

• Program intricate aerospace and defense components for multi-axis machining, with a strong focus on advanced 5-axis milling strategies.
• Optimize CNC programs using Mastercam and other modern CAM tools.
• Design and validate robust workholding and fixturing solutions for high-precision production and prototypes.
• Collaborate with machinists, engineers, and leadership to improve cycle times, extend tool life, and ensure process stability.
• Create and maintain detailed setup sheets and machining work instructions.
• Champion the adoption of new technologies, including machine upgrades, advanced tooling, and automation systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC programming experience, specializing in 4- and 5-axis milling.
• Expert-level proficiency in Mastercam, including simultaneous 5-axis toolpath programming.
• Skilled in SolidWorks for design and modeling.
• Strong understanding of machining characteristics for aluminum, steels, stainless steel, titanium, and nickel alloys.
• Proven track record in process optimization, cycle time reduction, and tool life improvement.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills for complex multi-axis machining challenges.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Additional Expertise

• Ability to design, validate, and optimize fixtures, tooling strategies, and setup plans for multi-axis machining.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay starting at $45/hr
• Clean, climate-controlled environment.
• Collaborative team of 5–6 experienced programmers.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace and defense projects.

Ready to take your CNC programming expertise to the next level? Join a team where precision, innovation, and collaboration drive success. If you’re passionate about advanced machining and want to work on cutting-edge aerospace and defense projects in a collaborative, climate-controlled environment, we want to hear from you!

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 29, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.