CNC Programmer

Divergent is building the new industrial age. Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world’s most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions, helping customers move faster, build smarter, and deliver critical systems when they matter most. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies.
Join us and help push the boundaries of what can be built.
Purpose
The CNC Programmer is responsible for all aspects of the machining workflow, including process development, fixture and work-holding design, 5-axis CNC programming, machining, inspection, and general shop activities. This role will support the development and production of for automotive, aerospace, and defense applications.
As a technical expert in machining, the CNC Programmer will develop and implement innovative machining and fabrication technologies, collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams, and help advance new concepts through testing, validation, and the patent process.
The Role
Programming & Simulation
Analyze new parts and develop machining strategies, tooling approaches, and work-holding concepts, while providing Design for Manufacturability (DFM) recommendations.
Utilize Siemens NX CAM to develop, verify, and simulate 3+2 and 5-axis milling programs for first-article components and production runs.
Produce probing programs utilizing MSP Perfect-Part for locating and on-machine verification.
Program trunnion and gantry-style CNC machines, including advanced 5-axis operations.
Generate comprehensive shop floor documentation, including detailed setup sheets, operator instructions, and tool lists to ensure seamless production handoffs.
Interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles to programming, machining, and inspection activities.
Execute advanced machining projects supporting additive manufacturing programs.
Engineering & Design
Design and develop fixture and work-holding solutions for R&D and high-rate production using Siemens NX CAD and established manufacturing best practices.
Collaborate with vehicle and component engineering teams to provide manufacturing insights and DFM recommendations during new product and program development.
Develop and implement innovative machining, fabrication, and work-holding solutions, including applications related to additive manufacturing.
Test and validate new machining processes and technologies, refining concepts based on results and manufacturing requirements.
Contribute to the development of new manufacturing technologies and assist with documenting and advancing innovations through the patent process.
Shop Support & Innovation
Provide hands-on support for first-article components, including CNC setup, machining, inspection, troubleshooting, and process refinement.
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