CNC Programmer

Location: Claremore, OK Schedule: Monday - Friday Overtime: Eligible Compensation: $39/hr - $50+/hr Position Summary Pryer Aerospace is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to support complex, high-tolerance aerospace machining operations. This is a hands-on, high-skill programming role focused on creating, validating, and optimizing CNC programs for large, complex parts using advanced 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis machining. The CNC Programmer will work closely with engineering, machining, and quality teams to ensure precision, repeatability, and efficiency across aerospace programs supporting space, defense, and advanced aerospace applications. This role is not a machine operator or "button-pushing" position-it requires full ownership of CNC programs from development through production release. What You'll Do Create CNC programs for 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis machining operations Develop optimized toolpaths for aluminum and hard-metal aerospace components Program and simulate machining operations using CATIA V5 and Vericut Design tooling and fixtures as required to support complex machining Build detailed setup sheets and machining documentation Validate and release CNC programs to production Troubleshoot and optimize programs to improve cycle time, quality, and efficiency Collaborate with machinists, engineers, and quality teams to meet tight tolerances Support root cause and corrective action activities related to machining issues Maintain accurate datasets, drawings, and setup documentation Provide programming support for large, complex parts and multi-axis machines What You Bring 5+ years of CNC programming experience Strong proficiency in CATIA V5 (approximately 5+ years) Vericut experience (required; non-negotiable) Hands-on experience programming multi-axis CNC machines Ability to program aluminum and hard-metal aerospace components Strong ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, GD&T, and surface finish requirements Comfortable owning programs end-to-end in a fast-paced aerospace environment Preferred Qualifications Aerospace manufacturing experience Experience with Fanuc, Mazak, Haas, Makino, or Siemens controls Familiarity with Esprit (legacy support only; not required) Associate degree, technical certification, or engineering background Experience programming large parts (machines up to ~30 feet) What You Get Competitive hourly rate with overtime eligibility Annual profit-sharing bonus Mileage reimbursement for travel between Tulsa and Claremore Company-provided laptop and programming tools Opportunity to work on space, defense, and classified aerospace programs Exposure to large, complex, high-visibility parts few shops can handle Performance-driven culture that rewards high-impact contributors Modern machines and advanced manufacturing capabilities Long-term growth potential with increasing compensation for top performers

Created: 2026-03-04