5-Axis CNC Programmer

<p><strong>At a Glance</strong></p><p><strong>Company:</strong> Ricaurte Precision, Inc.<br><strong>Location:</strong> Santa Ana, California<br><strong>Job Type:</strong> Full-Time<br><strong>Pay Range:</strong> <strong>$40–$55/hr</strong> (DOE)<br><strong>Schedule:</strong> Monday–Friday<br><strong>Overtime:</strong> Yes (~10 hrs/week typical)<br><strong>Experience Level:</strong> Mid-to-Senior<br><strong>Industries:</strong> Aerospace, Medical, Defense, Advanced Manufacturing</p><p>---</p><h3><strong>Why This Role Exists</strong></h3><p>Ricaurte Precision is expanding rapidly due to increased demand for <strong>complex, tight-tolerance components</strong> across aerospace and advanced manufacturing programs. This role exists to support new programs, additional machine capacity, and continued investment in <strong>5-axis machining and lights-out automation</strong>.</p><p>As a CNC Programmer at RPI, your work directly impacts part quality, repeatability, and throughput in a <strong>technology-first, high-precision environment</strong>.</p><p>---</p><h3><strong>The Work You’ll Be Doing</strong></h3><p>In this role, you will:</p><ul><li>Program <strong>3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC mills</strong>, along with live-tooling lathes, Swiss machines, and Wire EDM</li><li>Review <strong>CAD models, blueprints, and GD&T</strong> to develop efficient machining strategies</li><li>Select tooling, holders, feeds & speeds, and machining sequences for <strong>hard metals and engineered plastics</strong></li><li>Match part requirements to the <strong>best machine platform</strong> (Matsuura, Okuma, Nakamura, Citizen, Robodrill, etc.)</li><li>Support machinists with <strong>setups, troubleshooting, and process optimization</strong></li><li>Collaborate with programming, machining, and quality teams to ensure <strong>accuracy, repeatability, and efficiency</strong></li><li>Assist with <strong>quoting, process planning, and continuous improvement initiatives</strong></li><li>Contribute to tooling strategies, fixture concepts, and machining best practices</li></ul><p>This is a hands-on programming role with real shop-floor involvement—not a desk-only position.</p><p>---</p><h3><strong>Machines, Controls & Software</strong></h3><p>You’ll work with advanced, automated CNC technology including:</p><p><strong>Machines:</strong></p><ul><li>5-Axis CNC Mills (Matsuura)</li><li>Multi-Axis Mills & Lathes</li><li>Swiss Screw Machines</li><li>Wire EDM</li></ul><p><strong>CAM & Systems:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Mastercam</strong> and/or <strong>ESPRIT</strong></li><li>ERP-driven production environment</li><li>AS9100 quality systems</li></ul><p><strong>Inspection:</strong></p><ul><li>CMM, Keyence, Vision-based inspection tools</li></ul><p>---</p><h3><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong></h3><p><strong>Required</strong></p><ul><li><strong>3–5 years of CNC programming experience</strong> in a precision machining environment</li><li>Experience programming <strong>hard materials</strong> (titanium, Inconel, stainless, tool steels, engineered plastics) on 3- or 4-axis mills<br><strong>OR</strong> experience programming <strong>5-axis mills</strong> (including aluminum-only environments)</li><li>Strong understanding of <strong>feeds & speeds, toolpath strategy, and GD&T</strong></li><li>Ability to work closely with machinists and support shop-floor execution</li><li>Growth mindset and interest in advanced automation and modern CNC technology</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred (Not Required)</strong></p><ul><li>Experience programming <strong>Matsuura 5-axis machines</strong></li><li>Strong proficiency with <strong>Mastercam or ESPRIT</strong></li><li>Aerospace or medical machining experience</li><li>Familiarity with AS9100 environments</li></ul><p>---</p><h3><strong>Materials You’ll Work With</strong></h3><ul><li>Aluminum</li><li>Stainless Steel</li><li>Titanium</li><li>Inconel</li><li>Hastelloy</li><li>Engineering Plastics (PEEK, Vespel, etc.)</li></ul><p>---</p><h3><strong>Why Machinists & Programmers Like Working Here</strong></h3><p>Programmers choose Ricaurte Precision because of:</p><ul><li>A <strong>state-of-the-art, highly automated shop</strong></li><li>Advanced 5-axis machining and lights-out systems</li><li>Challenging work on <strong>complex, non-routine parts</strong></li><li>Real collaboration between programming, machining, and quality</li><li>Investment in tools, software, and special-request equipment</li><li>A culture that values <strong>engineering input and continuous improvement</strong></li></ul><p>---</p><h3><strong>Pay, Benefits & Schedule</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>$40.00 – $55.00 per hour</strong>, DOE</li><li>Overtime paid after 8 hrs/day or 40 hrs/week</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance (employer contribution)</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid holidays & paid time off</li><li>401(k) with company match</li></ul><p>---</p><h3><strong>Apply</strong></h3><p>Interested CNC Programmers can apply directly through <strong>hireCNC</strong>.</p><p>👉 Apply now or save this job to review later.</p>