CNC Manufacturing Programmer

Indianapolis, Indiana
Aerodyn

At a Glance

Company: Aerodyn Engineering
Location: Indianapolis, IN (on-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $85,000 – $90,000/year (based on experience)
Shift: Day Shift (approx. 8 AM – 5 PM)
Overtime: Built into salary / Occasional support
Experience Level: 3-5 years
Work Authorization: Required (U.S. Person)

Why This Role Exists

Aerodyn is growing and adding new capabilities to meet increasing demand for tight-tolerance aerospace and defense components. This CNC Manufacturing Programmer role supports R&D-driven, low-volume jobs by developing creative machining strategies, collaborating with engineering, and optimizing performance on the shop floor.

This is not a production role – you’ll work on complex, one-off parts that demand true programming and tooling expertise.

The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Program CNC mills, lathes, and grinders using Mastercam (NX experience is a plus)
• Create toolpaths and setups for complex aerospace and defense components
• Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T to build accurate, efficient programs
• Select tooling, design fixturing, and support documentation for machinists
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and machinists to ensure part quality and delivery
• Support quoting and estimating by helping define machining strategies and cycle times
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts around tooling, process flow, and cycle efficiency
• Occasionally assist on the shop floor to prove out or troubleshoot new programs

️ Machines, Controls & Software

You’ll work with:

• CAM Software: Mastercam (primary), NX (preferred for some customers)
• Machines: Haas, Okuma, DMG Mori, Kitamura, and others
• Controls: Fanuc, Okuma OSP, Siemens (for DMG Mori)
• Materials: Titanium, Inconel, 17-4 PH, Stainless, Aluminum
• Inspection Tools: CMM, micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, indicators

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• 3-5 years of CNC programming experience (mills or lathes)
• Proficiency in Mastercam and understanding of G-code/M-code
• Strong knowledge of fixturing, tooling, and machining strategy
• Experience programming for tight tolerances down to 001″
• Familiarity with aerospace materials like Titanium, Inconel, and hardened steels
• Able to collaborate across departments and solve technical challenges

Preferred:

• NX programming experience (even basic)
• Background in aerospace, defense, or R&D machining
• Exposure to quoting/estimating, lean manufacturing, or tooling R&D

Why Programmers Like Working Here

Programmers choose Aerodyn because:

• You’re not just another button-pusher – you own the process
• Projects are high-complexity, short-run, and intellectually engaging
• You work alongside engineers and high-level machinists, not in isolation
• Clean, well-lit, climate-controlled R&D shop
• Room to grow into leadership or advanced engineering roles

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range: $85,000 – $90,000/year (DOE)
Compensation Notes: Salary-based with flexibility in hours; no mandatory OT
Benefits:

• 90% employer-paid medical insurance (75% for dependents)
• HSA contributions
• Vision, dental, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) with 4% match (vests after 90 days)
• 2-3 weeks vacation (negotiable), 9 paid holidays, paid sick time
• Relocation Assistance: Up to $5,000 for qualified candidates

Schedule:

• Approx. 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Some flex available depending on workload

Apply Now

Want to take your CNC programming career to the next level in a high-impact, high-autonomy role? Apply today and join Aerodyn’s elite team supporting aerospace innovation in Indianapolis, IN.

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