{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"7334864f2d199ea3e4d4a225","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7334864f2d199ea3e4d4a225","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7334864f2d199ea3e4d4a225","title":"CNC Programmer III-Day Shift","description":"ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE\nFirefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company on a mission to reliably and repeatedly launch, land, and operate space systems from Earth to the Moon and beyond. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the first commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the first company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.\nThese positions are located at our Manufacturing Plant in Briggs, TX, just north of Cedar Park.\nSUMMARY\nThe CNC Programmer role at Firefly Aerospace is expected to have a comprehensive understanding of all CNC machining and programming operations. This role works in close concert with Machinists, Manufacturing Engineers, Design Engineers and other Engineering teams to increase productivity and optimize machining programs and procedures.\nRESPONSIBILITIES\nUse Mastercam software to quickly generate programs for 3,4, and 5-axis CNC lathes, mills, and machining centers.\nGenerate and maintain programs and setup sheets in a high mix/low volume environment.\nSelect tools for machining complex parts in steel, copper, and high nickel alloy materials\nDefine and adjust speed and feed parameters for maximum tool life in challenging and high stakes applications\nMake suggestions on drawing changes to improve manufacturability and CNC program strategy\nDesign machine fixture tooling as needed\nMeet expectations for productivity and production goals\nProvide feedback and ideas for process improvements\nRun machining simulations using Vericut to provide accurate run times and prevent machine collisions\nQUALIFICATIONS\nRequired\nHigh school diploma or GED\n6-10 years of CNC programming experience using Mastercam software\nExperience programming 5 axis CNC machines\nDesired\nExperience using Mastercam software\nExperience with multi axis mill and lathe CNC machines\nExperience with Okuma, DMG Mori DMU/DMC 5-axis milling centers\nExperience with Mazak Integrex machines\nExperience with ERP Software.\nAdditional Requirements\nAbility to lift 25 lbs. unassisted\nLifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position\nMust be available for overtime and weekend hours\nFirefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, educational reimbursement, short term disability, and flexible PTO options.\nTo conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.\nFirefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.","company":"Firefly Aerospace","rawCompany":"firefly aerospace","city":"Bertram","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-03T13:02:50.036Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-9161.00","title":"Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators","slug":"computer-numerically-controlled-tool-operators"},{"code":"51-9162.00","title":"Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers","slug":"computer-numerically-controlled-tool-programmers"},{"code":"51-4041.00","title":"Machinists","slug":"machinists"}],"industries":[{"code":"336414","title":"Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing","slug":"guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-manufacturing"},{"code":"336419","title":"Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"other-guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-parts-and-auxiliary-equipment-manufacturing"},{"code":"336415","title":"Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Propulsion Unit and Propulsion Unit Parts Manufacturing","slug":"guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-propulsion-unit-and-propulsion-unit-parts-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"CNC Programmer III-Day Shift","description":"ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE\nFirefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company on a mission to reliably and repeatedly launch, land, and operate space systems from Earth to the Moon and beyond. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the first commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the first company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.\nThese positions are located at our Manufacturing Plant in Briggs, TX, just north of Cedar Park.\nSUMMARY\nThe CNC Programmer role at Firefly Aerospace is expected to have a comprehensive understanding of all CNC machining and programming operations. 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