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Associate NC Programmer

Berkeley, Missouri Job ID JR2025458547 Category Engineering - Production Role Type Onsite Post Date Jun. 26, 2025 Security Clearance Required
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense & Space (BDS) is seeking a motivated Associate NC Programmer to join the Berkeley, MO team.  

The successful candidate will produce programs and implement programming methods for aerospace part fabrication (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.

Position Responsibilities:  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: 

  • 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

  • Basic 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

  • Weekend work and off-shift support will be required as needed. Occasional travel may be required

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

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.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience):

  • AS or AA degree in Machine Tool Technology or related discipline

  • Experience working as an NC Programmer

  • Experience with CAD / CAM tools and systems

  • 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)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills & Experience):

  • NX, CATIA V5 and Mastercam are highly preferred

  • Ability to select the best method of producing parts, tools or assemblies. Primary materials are aluminum, titanium, steels and composites

  • Experience with simulation software, such as Vericut, to create machine simulations that evaluate machine motion and tooling concepts.

  • 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)

Education and Experience:

Associate and 1+ years' related work experience or a Bachelor degree or 3 years' related work experience an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace 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.

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

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):  $67,150 - $90,850


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 01, 2025


Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Education

Associate's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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.

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.

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