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At a Glance Company: Ricaurte Precision, Inc.Location: Santa Ana, CaliforniaJob Type: Full-Time | ExemptPay Range: $90,000 - $150,000 per year (DOE)Experience Level: Senior / LeadIndustries: Aerospace, Medical, Defense, Advanced ManufacturingMachining: 3-Axis, 4-Axis, 5-Axis CNC Mills | Multi-Axis Lathes | Live Tooling --- Why This Role Exists Ricaurte Precision continues to expand its advanced multi-axis machining capabilities , lights-out automation, and complex program mix. This role exists to provide senior-level CNC programming leadership across challenging parts, tight tolerances, and demanding materials. This is not a button-pushing or desk-only role. The CNC Programmer plays a key technical leadership position , influencing manufacturability, tooling strategy, fixturing, automation, and digital workflow adoption across the shop. --- The Work You'll Be Doing In this role, you will: Program complex, tight-tolerance parts using Esprit, Mastercam, or related CAM software Develop and optimize toolpaths for 3-, 4-, and 5-Axis CNC mills and multi-axis live-tooling lathes Define tooling strategies, workholding, zero-point systems, and automated fixturing Interpret and apply GD&T requirements directly into machining and inspection strategies Create detailed setup sheets, tool lists, and visual work instructions Collaborate with machinists, Leads, Supervisors, Engineering, and Quality teams Support shop-floor execution through troubleshooting, optimization, and setup guidance Mentor and develop junior programmers and machinists Participate in job planning, machine capacity reviews, and tooling decisions Maintain program documentation, revisions, and digital workflows within ERP systems Support AS9100 and ISO quality systems , including root-cause analysis and corrective actions This role is hands-on, collaborative, and deeply tied to real production outcomes. --- Machines, Controls & Software You'll work in a technology-forward environment that includes: Machining Platforms Multi-Axis CNC Mills (3-, 4-, and 5-Axis) Live-Tooling CNC Lathes Automated and zero-point fixturing systems Wire EDM (preferred experience) Software & Systems CAM: Esprit, Mastercam ERP / Digital Workflow: Fulcrum ERP AS9100 & ISO-driven quality systems --- What We're Looking For Required 7+ years of CNC machining & programming experience 5+ years of Esprit programming experience Advanced experience with multi-axis machining and complex setups Strong expertise in GD&T and tight-tolerance machining Deep knowledge of tooling technology, workholding, and fixturing Ability to mentor, lead, and collaborate across departments Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset Preferred (Not Required) Wire EDM programming experience Experience with automated or lights-out machining environments ERP-driven manufacturing experience --- Materials You'll Work With Aluminum Stainless Steel Titanium Inconel Hastelloy Engineering Plastics --- Programmer Levels (Internal Progression) While this role is hired at a senior level , RPI supports structured growth: Programmer I: 1-3 yrs | Entry CAM & setup support Programmer II: 3-7 yrs | Complex 3-/4-axis programming Senior Programmer: 7+ yrs | Multi-axis leadership & mentoring --- Why Programmers Choose Ricaurte Precision Senior programmers choose RPI because of: Challenging, non-commodity work Advanced CNC machines and automation Respect for programming as a craft"”not an afterthought Strong collaboration between programming, machining, and quality Investment in tools, software, and continuous improvement A culture built on quality, communication, and growth --- Compensation & Benefits $90,000 - $150,000 annually , based on experience and impact Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off & paid holidays 401(k) with company match Stable, long-term career opportunity in a growing shop --- Apply Experienced CNC Programmers can apply directly through hireCNC . Apply now or save this job to review later.