CNC Programmer (Aerospace Component Repair)

ABOUT FTAI AVIATION LTD. (NASDAQ: FTAI) FTAI owns and maintains commercial jet engines with a focus on CFM56 and V2500 engines. FTAI’s propriety portfolio of products, including the Module Factory and a joint venture to manufacture engine PMA, enables it to provide cost savings and flexibility to our airline, lessor, and maintenance, repair, and operations customer base. Additionally, FTAI owns and leases jet aircraft which often facilitates the acquisition of engines at attractive prices. FTAI invests in aviation assets and aerospace products that generate strong and stable cash flows with the potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation. FTAI operates globally and has offices in New York, Miami, Montréal, Singapore. Dubai, United Kingdom and Ireland. JOB OVERVIEW FTAI Aviation's Component Repair Business Unit (CRBU) is expanding its machining capabilities and seeking a Senior CNC Programmer to support the repair and restoration of high-value aerospace components. In this role, you will develop and optimize CNC programs, improve machining processes, and provide technical support to production teams. Working closely with machinists, engineers, and operations leaders, you will play a key role in improving efficiency, quality, and repeatability across our growing aerospace repair operation. You will work with a variety of CNC and conventional milling, turning, and grinding equipment, including advanced 5-axis and 6-axis machines, machining high-precision aerospace components manufactured from hard and difficult-to-machine materials. This position is ideal for a hands-on CNC programming professional who enjoys solving complex machining challenges and driving continuous improvement in a highly technical manufacturing environment. Responsibilities: CNC Programming & Machining Support * Develop, modify, and optimize CNC programs for milling, turning, and grinding operations, including multi-axis machining applications. * Create setup sheets, tooling documentation, and work instructions to support production. * Support machine setup, prove-out activities, and troubleshooting during production. * Collaborate with machinists to resolve machining and programming challenges. * Optimize cutting parameters, machining strategies, and tooling selection to improve performance, quality, and repeatability. * Program and support the machining of high-precision aerospace components and hard-to-machine materials. * Provide technical support for CNC and conventional machining operations, including milling, turning, and grinding processes. Process Improvement & Technical Development * Design and improve fixturing and workholding solutions. * Conduct cycle-time studies and identify opportunities to improve productivity. * Support the introduction of new repair processes and machining methods. * Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost. * Work closely with engineering and operations teams to improve manufacturing processes and documentation. * Evaluate tooling, machining strategies, and manufacturing methods to improve efficiency and reduce costs. * Support the implementation of best practices for complex machining operations, including 5-axis and 6-axis equipment. Qualifications: Required Qualifications * DEC in Mechanical Manufacturing, Machining Techniques, Industrial Manufacturing, or equivalent combination of education and experience. * Minimum 3 years of CNC programming experience in aerospace, precision machining, automotive, tooling, heavy industry, or a similar manufacturing environment. * Experience with CAM software such as Mastercam, Siemens NX, Fusion 360, GibbsCAM, or equivalent. * Strong understanding of machining processes, cutting tools, fixturing, and workholding principles. * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications. * Experience supporting production environments and troubleshooting machining issues. * Working knowledge of ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications. * Ability to communicate in both French and English in a manufacturing environment. Preferred Qualifications * Aerospace manufacturing or repair experience. * Experience with complex component machining and repair operations. * Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, or process optimization methodologies. * Journeyman machinist, Machining Techniques diploma, or equivalent practical machining experience. What we offer you: * Competitive compensation * Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves * Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment * Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals) * A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey * Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions * Medical Travel Insurance * Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations * A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions on your first day of employment, that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning Equal Opportunity Statement: FTAI Aviation is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to excellence in serving all customers, including people with disabilities, and we encourage feedback on the provision of these services. Language Requirements in Quebec: Intermediate level knowledge of English is necessary to communicate with other company locations, partners and clients located outside Quebec, and to read, interpret, and produce documentation, correspondence, and reports in English as needed. #LI-PROMOTE

You will be responsible for developing and optimizing CNC programs for milling, turning, and grinding operations while providing technical support to production teams. Additionally, you will focus on fixture design, tooling selection, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance machining efficiency and quality.

Candidates must possess a DEC in Mechanical Manufacturing or equivalent experience along with 3-5 years of experience in CNC programming within an industrial environment. Proficiency in CNC software such as Mastercam or Siemens NX and the ability to interpret technical specifications are required.

• Vacation • Personal days • Holidays • Parental leave • Medical coverage • Dental coverage • Vision coverage • Virtual health care • Wellness spending account • Employee and family assistance program • Medical travel insurance • Onsite fitness facilities • Registered retirement savings plan • Company matching contributions

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• CNC programming
• Machining process development
• Mastercam
• Siemens NX
• GibbsCAM
• Fusion 360
• Tooling optimization
• Fixture design
• Workholding solutions
• Technical troubleshooting
• Cycle time analysis
• Engineering drawing interpretation
• ERP systems
• MS Office
• Continuous improvement
• Aerospace manufacturing
• Milling
• Mastercam (CAD/CAM Software)
• CNC Programming
• Solutions Support
• Virtual Health
• Fusion (CAD Software)
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Aviation
• Investments
• CFM International CFM56
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Cycle Time Variation
• Engineering Drawings
• English Language
• Financial Planning
• Grinding
• Cash Flows
• IAE V2500 Engine
• Joint Ventures
• Machining
• Microsoft Office
• Maintenance Repair And Operations (MRO)
• Operations
• Process Development
• Process Optimization
• Tooling
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Process Improvement

• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Trades
• CNC Programmer
• Metal Working Machine Tool Setters and Operators
• Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine