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Textron

Aerospace, defense, industrial products, financing

NC Programmer

Precision Machining & ToolmakingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeWichita, KS, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Proficiency in CATIA V5/6 and/or Mastercam X7 or newer to model cutting paths and program 2- to 5-axis machines.
  • Must have a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze-level WorkKeys certification.
  • Two-year vocational training is preferred.
  • Currently enrolled in an N/C Programming curriculum at a recognized institution or have 2 years of experience programming N/C equipment offline in a recognized CAD/CAM system.
  • Able to work on a team or independently, communicate effectively, and follow directions.
  • Ability to meet provided deadlines.

Responsibilities

  • Provide N/C programs for fabrication of CNC machined parts, CNC router parts, and tooling.
  • Analyze blueprints, engineering models, engineer drawings, and electronic control tools before programming, and compare results with original planning specifications.
  • Program, test, and revise machine cutting paths or settings to optimize production while maintaining quality.
  • Balance material removal rates to achieve the best throughput while maintaining part surface requirements and key feature quality levels.
  • Select machine type (2 to 5 axes), tooling requirements for work holding and part orientation, and cutting tool requirements conducive to the detail material type.
  • Reverse engineer parts to create tools and models; ensure models are thorough and complete to verify safety, usability, and interferences prior to fabrication.
  • Quote time on parts.
  • Train others when needed.
  • Work productively with CNC machine operators to support tool proving efforts.
  • Verify posted program code using verification software such as Vericut or similar before releasing the program to the shop.
  • Implement the latest cutter technology.

Desired Qualifications

  • Two-year vocational training.

About the Company

Textron

Aerospace, defense, industrial products, financing

Textron is a diversified industrial group spanning aerospace, defense, industrial manufacturing, and financial services. Its segments include Textron Aviation (Beechcraft, Cessna, Hawker aircraft), Bell helicopters, Textron Systems (unmanned systems and other defense products), and Industrial (components for automotive and aerospace industries), with financing available for buyers of its aircraft and helicopters. Revenue comes from selling aircraft, defense and industrial products, plus aftermarket services like maintenance, repair, overhaul and training. The company differentiates itself through an integrated global network that delivers end-to-end solutions—from design and manufacture to maintenance and financing—for governments, corporations, and individuals, with the goal of keeping air, land, and sea assets ready and capable worldwide.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Providence, RI
Founded
1923

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