{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"e16ccd364232d10e829b5056","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e16ccd364232d10e829b5056","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e16ccd364232d10e829b5056","title":"CNC Programmer","description":"CNC Programmer – Hampton, VA 23666 – $35–$45/hr\n\nEmployment Type: Temp-to-Hire\n\nAbout CloudRay\n\nCloudRay, based in East Windsor, NJ, is a trusted staffing partner with 25+ years of industry experience, connecting skilled talent with leading companies across the U.S. We specialize in industrial, logistics, IT, hospitality, and skilled trades staffing — ensuring candidates find stable opportunities with growth potential.\nJob Summary\n\nThe 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.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nDevelop, validate, and maintain CNC programs for mills, lathes, and multi-axis machines in compliance with AS9100 quality standards\n\nInterpret controlled engineering drawings, CAD models, specifications, and GD&T requirements\n\nEnsure CNC programs, setup sheets, and tooling documentation meet configuration control and revision requirements\n\nSupport first article inspections (FAI) per AS9102 and assist with validation of machining processes\n\nSelect approved tooling, fixtures, and machining strategies to meet material, tolerance, and surface finish requirements\n\nCollaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Production to resolve nonconformances, corrective actions, and root cause investigations\n\nOptimize machining processes while maintaining compliance with customer and contractual requirements\n\nSupport internal and external audits, including customer, government, and third-party audits\n\nEnsure programs follow cybersecurity, data control, and export compliance requirements (ITAR/EAR as applicable)\n\nMaintain traceability of programs, revisions, and process changes\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or apprenticeship preferred\n\n5 to 7+ years of CNC programming experience in a regulated manufacturing environment\n\nStrong knowledge of CNC machining, tooling, feeds, speeds, and multi-axis machining\n\nProficiency with CAM software (e.g., Mastercam, Fusion 360, GibbsCAM) and G-code\n\nAbility to read and interpret aerospace/defense drawings and GD&T\n\nExperience working under AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality systems\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nExperience with AS9100, AS9102 (FAI), and customer-specific aerospace requirements\n\nFamiliarity with ITAR/EAR-controlled environments\n\nExperience machining high-performance materials (Inconel, Titanium, stainless alloys)\n\nExperience supporting government or prime defense contractors\n\nLean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience\n\nSkills & Competencies\n\nStrong attention to detail and documentation discipline\n\nAbility to work within controlled processes and change management systems\n\nEffective cross-functional communication with Quality, Engineering, and Production\n\nStrong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills\n\nAbility to balance efficiency improvements with compliance requirements\n\nCompliance & Work Authorization\n\nMust be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (if applicable)\n\nMust comply with company export control, data security, and confidentiality policies\n\nAbility to pass background checks as required by defense contracts\n\nPhysical Requirements\n\nAbility to work in a manufacturing environment with CNC machinery\n\nAbility to stand, walk, and perform shop-floor support as needed\n\nAbility to lift up to 50 lbs. as required\n\nBenefits (through CloudRay)\n\nWeekly pay\n\nHealth insurance\n\nIncentives and performance-based bonuses\n\nReferral bonuses\n\nTemp-to-hire career growth potential\n\nLocation Advantage\n\nJob is commutable from Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Virginia Beach .\n\nApply today – start as soon as tomorrow!\n\nNot the right fit for you? 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