JOB TITLE: Numerical Control Programmer 5
LOCATION: Hazelwood, MO
PAY RATE: $90/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

Consult with internal and external stakeholders to define technical requirements for numerical control (NC) and manufacturing processes

Identify appropriate equipment, tools, and approaches to support NC programming and manufacturing execution

Resolve manufacturing and production process issues related to NC programming and machining

Manage implementation of new and revised computing applications for design, machining, and inspection systems

Train and mentor team members; provide technical guidance

Work under general to consultative direction

Provide numerical control, machining, and programming expertise supporting multiple aerospace manufacturing programs

Create, verify, and revise Machine Control Data (MCD), geometry, and documentation for multi-axis numerically controlled machines

Support the full product lifecycle from engineering concept through NC programming, troubleshooting, and shop floor execution

Thrive in a collaborative team environment while owning responsibility for assigned product lines

Provide NC programming and machining expertise to fabrication teams

Plan, create, verify, and revise MCD and supporting documentation for primarily metal machining applications

Support safe, efficient, and producible manufacturing operations

Requirements:

Ability to read, interpret, and understand engineering drawings

Bachelor s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, or a related field with 12+ years of relevant experience, OR

Master s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience, OR

PhD with relevant work experience

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Ability to mentor and support less-experienced programmers

Effective communication skills across engineering and manufacturing teams

Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

Take your career to new heights apply today!

#vij