Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer/Programmer

Join Prince Industries LLC in Tampa for an on-site aerospace CNC programming and manufacturing engineering position that emphasizes stability, career growth, and a strong team culture. Earn $35 to $40 per hour and access a comprehensive benefits package, including a $2,500 sign-on bonus for machinists at the Tampa location. You will collaborate with production, quality, and operations to develop manufacturable solutions that meet aerospace quality standards while driving efficiency and cost reductions.

Benefits

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance (PPO and HDHP with HSA) with prescription coverage
• Dental PPO Insurance
• Vision PPO Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance and AD and D, with options to add coverage for you, your spouse, and children
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Fidelity Plan with strong employer match
• Personal Retirement Advisor
• Generous PTO policy and 9 paid holidays per year
• 100% Tuition Reimbursement for job-related classes
• PPE reimbursement for safety glasses, shoes, and related gear
• Uniform Rental Service
• Employee events
• Sign-on bonus of $2,500 for machinists at the Tampa location

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and optimize CNC programs for lathes, mill-turn centers, and 3-, 4-, and 5-axis milling equipment using CAM tools such as Mastercam or Fusion 360
• Create detailed machining processes, toolpaths, and cutting strategies tailored to aerospace alloys including Inconel, stainless steel, and aluminum
• Perform simulation, verification, and prove-outs to ensure safe, efficient machine operation
• Set machining parameters, feeds and speeds, workholding, and tooling selections using best-practice principles
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including setup sheets, fixture drawings, and work instructions
• Drive process improvements focused on shorter cycle times, extended tool life, and quality enhancements
• Support new parts and ensure manufacturability of customer designs
• Design or specify custom fixtures, tooling, and workholding for complex aerospace geometries
• Collaborate with Quality to resolve non-conformances and conduct root-cause analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone, 8D)
• Support machinists during setups, first-article inspections, and program prove-outs
• Participate in MRB and continuous improvement activities to address production challenges
• Train operators and setup personnel on new processes, tooling, and programming methods
• Ensure all machining processes comply with AS9100, customer specifications, and aerospace drawings
• Maintain revision-controlled documents and align programming data with job travelers and quality records
• Adopt 5S, lean manufacturing, and poke-yoke initiatives to prevent defects

Requirements

• 3–7+ years of CNC programming or manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in aerospace machining
• Proficiency with CAM software (Fusion 360, Mastercam preferred or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, blueprint interpretation, and aerospace documentation practices
• Experience machining tight-tolerance components (typical ±0.0005") and complex 3D surfaces
• Understanding of machining dynamics, tool selection, chip loads, and metal cutting theory
• Hands-on experience with CNC mills and lathes for troubleshooting and program optimization
• Working knowledge of AS9100, AS9102, and aerospace customer requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as E2, JobBOSS, or Epicor