Take Your Career to New Heights: NC Programmer at PDS Tech Commercial – Aviation Division
Shape the Future of Aviation with Precision and PurposePDS Tech Commercial is seeking a highly skilled NC Programmer to support the Repair and Overhaul Center (ROC) in delivering top-tier machining solutions for critical aviation components. If youre passionate about precision engineering and ready to work on industry-defining projects, this role puts you at the cutting edge of aviation innovation.
Payrate: $40 to $70 1st shift - 7am to 3:30 pm
Your Mission: Precision, Performance, ImpactAs an NC Programmer, you’ll play a pivotal role in creating and validating production-ready data models, programming 5-axis CNC machines, and providing essential CAD design support. Your work ensures our aircraft components—from grips to yokes—are machined with the highest accuracy, quality, and compliance, keeping the aerospace world flying safely and smoothly.
What You’ll DoDevelop and validate production-ready data models, functional and logical decompositions, and traceability documentation.
Complete all non-recurring CNC programming tasks for the ROCs grip and yoke machining operations.
Create auxiliary CAD designs to support production requirements aligned with ROC needs.
Maintain detailed documentation for all NC programs to ensure strong process control.
Analyze and interpret complex engineering drawings, models, specifications, and quality documents.
Schedule multiple projects, estimate costs and hours reliably, and potentially lead the workflow of peers.
Develop and manage tooling/fixture definitions using both modern MCAD and legacy methods.
Apply aerospace GD&T tolerances with expertise.
Create and maintain loft MCAD models, flat patterns, and digital tooling programs.
Execute CATIA (V6 / 3DX) programs and operator instructions for numerical controlled equipment.
What We’re Looking ForRequired Qualifications:
Two years of college and two years of experience, or four years of equivalent experience.
Relevant coursework in:
Mathematics through Trigonometry and Analytical Geometry
Engineering Materials
Processing Technology
CADAM, CATIA, and APT programming
Manufacturing Methods and Procedures
At least two years of NC programming experience.
Proficiency in CATIA (V6 / 3DX) modeling and surfacing (must be reflected on resume).
Preferred Qualifications:
Working knowledge of CATIA (V6 / 3DX) NC programming
5-axis CNC NC programming experience
5-axis CNC probing programming experience
Familiarity with Giddings & Lewis and/or Starrag Heckert 5-axis machines
Why Join PDS Tech CommercialAt PDS Tech, we don’t just offer jobs — we build careers. As part of our Aviation Division, you will join a mission-driven team where innovation, precision, and people come first.
What you can expect:
Work on industry-leading projects with cutting-edge aerospace technology
A collaborative, supportive culture that values your skills and ideas
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
Clear opportunities for advancement in a dynamic and growing field
Ready to Launch Your Career?If youre an experienced NC Programmer ready to make a meaningful impact in the aviation industry, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and help shape the future of aerospace with PDS Tech Commercial.
Pay Details: $40.00 to $70.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
