Numerical Control Programmer (Composites)

Job Description
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The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization, Air Dominance Division is seeking NC Programmers (Level 2/3) to join the Advanced Composites Fabrication Center team in Saint Louis, MO.
Position Overview:
The successful candidate will produce programs and implement programming methods for aerospace part fabrication or automated assembly processes (wing, fuselage, control surfaces, etc.). Provide support of automation systems that are involved in various production processes including 3- and 5-axis machining of metallic and composite parts, robotic drilling and fastening, and robotic painting.
Position Responsibilities:

• Working closely with other NC Programmers, Manufacturing Engineers, Process Engineers, Equipment Engineering, the equipment provider, Boeing Design Engineers, Boeing Research & Technology Engineers, Quality Engineers, IT, Industrial Engineers and Production Operations personnel.
• Develop and author reliable numerical control programs for a range of automated equipment and processes.
• Create offline programs using NX, CATIA V5 and compatible programming and simulation software.
• Responsible for providing validated Machine Control Data (MCD) to produce production components meeting design, quality and build plan requirements
• Provides numerical control, machining and programming technical experience.
• Be involved in testing and proving out new N/C programs to achieve a conforming build.
• Once programs are released to production, candidates will be required to provide follow-on support.
• Ability to utilize or create source geometry for generation of Machine Control Data (MCD). Ability to verify MCD and create documentation to support manufacturing processes. Verify MCD and create documentation to support manufacturing processes.
• Works under general supervision.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• AS or AA degree in related discipline and / or 2+ years of experience working as an NC Programmer.
• Experience with CAD / CAM tools and systems. NX, CATIA V5 and Mastercam are highly preferred.
• Experience with simulation software, such as Vericut, to create machine simulations that evaluate machine motion and tooling concepts.
• Experience with Process Simulate, Robotmaster, Cenit, Delmia for robot programming desired but not required.
• Experience programming multi-axis metallic parts and/or assemblies highly preferred, but not required.
• Complete ability to utilize or create source geometry for generation of Machine Control Data (MCD)
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing, methods, fabrication processes (e.g., forming, stamping, machining, heat treatment, machines/machine tools, cutting tools and fluids, N/C programming, instrumentation, data acquisition and control systems). Ability to select the best method of producing parts, tools or assemblies. Primary materials are aluminum, titanium, steels and composites.
• Weekend work and off-shift support will be required as needed. Occasional travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Level 3: AS or AA degree in related discipline and / or 5+ years of experience working as an NC Programmer.
• Relevant programming experience utilizing Unigraphics NX, Vericut / Vericut Composites, and/or CAPPS NC within a 5-axis machining environment.
• Relevant experience with machine tooling, metrology, and Composite fabrication/producibility.

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:

• Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting
• Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.

Pay & Benefits:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range:
Level 2: $83,300 - $112,700
Level 3: $100,300 - $135,700
Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 24, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Security Clearance
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.