MS_NC Programmer – Mastercam (Aerospace)

Role Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Create CNC programs in Mastercam for 3-axis, 4-axis and 5-axis milling and mill-turn machines
• Simulate and verify NC programs in VERICUT to check for collisions, gouges and over-travel
• Build and maintain VERICUT machine models, tool libraries and fixture setups
• Read and interpret 2D drawings, 3D models and GD&T requirements
• Select cutting tools, fixtures, speeds and feeds suited to aerospace materials such as aluminium, titanium, Inconel and stainless steel
• Optimize toolpaths to reduce cycle time and improve surface finish and tool life
• Prepare setup sheets, tool lists and operator instructions
• Support first-article inspection (FAI) and resolve machining issues with the shop floor and quality team
• Follow aerospace quality standards (AS9100) and maintain program revision control

Required Skills

• 5–10 years of hands-on NC programming experience, preferably in aerospace
• Strong expertise in Mastercam (multi-axis toolpaths)
• Strong working knowledge of VERICUT simulation and verification

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  Good understanding of CNC machines, G-code and M-code, and post-processors
• Ability to read engineering drawings and apply GD&T
• Experience machining complex parts and hard-to-cut materials

Good to Have

• Experience with other CAM software (NX CAM, CATIA, PowerMill)
• Knowledge of VERICUT Force or Optipath optimization
• Familiarity with Fanuc, Siemens or Heidenhain controllers
• Exposure to AS9100 quality systems and FAI (AS9102) documentation

Qualification

• Diploma or B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Production or Manufacturing Engineering