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Leidos Defense Manufacturing Sector is seeking a highly skilled and experienced CNC Programmer for our 1st shift to join our Mechanical Manufacturing team in Huntsville, AL, to support operations in our precision machining environment.
The CNC Programmer will be responsible for shop floor technical support, and co-author manufacturing process development with the ME department. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in build-to-print machine shop environments and experience supporting CNC machining, assembly, and process improvement initiatives. This role requires strong communication skills to ensure seamless collaboration between first and second shift teams, including machinists, other programmers, engineers, and leadership.
This posting is for multiple opportunities ranging in years of experience. Level of opportunity, including compensation, will be matched to a candidate's experience.
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Leidos Defense Sector / Manufacturing provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. To explore and learn more, click here!
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Primary Responsibilities
- Develop Lathe, Mill/Turn, and 3 & 5-Axis CNC programs for machining of complex aerospace and defense hardware in a variety of materials including, but not limited to, inconel, titanium, alloy steels, stainless steels, aluminums, and composites.
- Create complete work package consisting of CNC program, machining operation setup sheets, tool lists and other related documentation for use by machinist.
- Provide shop floor support to resolve technical and manufacturing issues.
- Develop and manage manufacturing processes for CNC machined components, including 3-axis, 5-axis, lathe, mill-turn operations, and wire EDM.
- Support quality and manufacturing engineering groups to perform root cause analysis and develop corrective action plans to reduce/eliminate non-conformances.
- Design and develop tooling and fixtures for manufacturing.
- Solve complex technical issues and provide innovative solutions.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focusing on safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
- Communicate effectively with internal teams, clients, and external parties.
- Implement lean manufacturing principles and practices.
- Collaborate with project and team leaders to influence solution design and process approaches.
Basic Qualifications
- BS degree with 4-8 years minimum experience in a CNC machining environment or equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
- Three (3) years minimum experience in offline CNC programming.
- Proficient in working with a variety of materials, including plastics, aluminum, steels, stainless steels, and nickel alloys.
- Deep understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Proven track record of solving complex technical issues and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and practices.
- Must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) OR meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a DOD Top Secret Clearance or DOE Q Clearance.
This posting is for multiple opportunities ranging in years of experience. Level of opportunity, including compensation, will be matched to a candidate's experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with NX Siemens, Surfcam & Solidworks.
- Experience with Renishaw probing and CNC Macro Programming.
- Experience with ERP and MES systems (e.g., Costpoint, Solumina).
- Experience with large gantry and bridge mills, VTLs and large lathes.
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Original Posting:
October 19, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $73,450.00 - $132,775.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
