At a Glance
Company:
Ricaurte Precision, Inc.
Location:
Santa Ana, California
Job Type:
Full-Time | Exempt
Pay Range:
$90,000 – $150,000 per year
(DOE)
Experience Level:
Senior / Lead
Industries:
Aerospace, Medical, Defense, Advanced Manufacturing
Machining:
3-Axis, 4-Axis, 5-Axis CNC Mills | Multi-Axis Lathes | Live Tooling
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Why This Role Exists
Ricaurte Precision continues to expand its
advanced multi-axis machining capabilities , lights-out automation, and complex program mix. This role exists to provide
senior-level CNC programming leadership
across challenging parts, tight tolerances, and demanding materials.
This is not a button-pushing or desk-only role. The CNC Programmer plays a
key technical leadership position , influencing manufacturability, tooling strategy, fixturing, automation, and digital workflow adoption across the shop.
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The Work You’ll Be Doing
In this role, you will:
Program
complex, tight-tolerance parts
using
Esprit, Mastercam, or related CAM software
Develop and optimize toolpaths for
3-, 4-, and 5-Axis CNC mills
and
multi-axis live-tooling lathes
Define
tooling strategies, workholding, zero-point systems, and automated fixturing
Interpret and apply
GD&T
requirements directly into machining and inspection strategies
Create detailed
setup sheets, tool lists, and visual work instructions
Collaborate with machinists, Leads, Supervisors, Engineering, and Quality teams
Support shop-floor execution through
troubleshooting, optimization, and setup guidance
Mentor and develop
junior programmers and machinists
Participate in job planning, machine capacity reviews, and tooling decisions
Maintain program documentation, revisions, and digital workflows within
ERP systems
Support
AS9100 and ISO quality systems , including root-cause analysis and corrective actions
This role is hands-on, collaborative, and deeply tied to real production outcomes.
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Machines, Controls & Software
You’ll work in a
technology-forward environment
that includes:
Machining Platforms
Multi-Axis CNC Mills (3-, 4-, and 5-Axis)
Live-Tooling CNC Lathes
Automated and zero-point fixturing systems
Wire EDM (preferred experience)
Software & Systems
CAM:
Esprit, Mastercam
ERP / Digital Workflow:
Fulcrum ERP
AS9100 & ISO-driven quality systems
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What We’re Looking For
Required
7+ years of CNC machining & programming experience
5+ years of Esprit programming experience
Advanced experience with
multi-axis machining and complex setups
Strong expertise in
GD&T and tight-tolerance machining
Deep knowledge of
tooling technology, workholding, and fixturing
Ability to mentor, lead, and collaborate across departments
Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset
Preferred (Not Required)
Wire EDM programming experience
Experience with automated or lights-out machining environments
ERP-driven manufacturing experience
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Materials You’ll Work With
Aluminum
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Inconel
Hastelloy
Engineering Plastics
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Programmer Levels (Internal Progression)
While this role is hired at a
senior level , RPI supports structured growth:
Programmer I:
1–3 yrs | Entry CAM & setup support
Programmer II:
3–7 yrs | Complex 3-/4-axis programming
Senior Programmer:
7+ yrs | Multi-axis leadership & mentoring
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Why Programmers Choose Ricaurte Precision
Senior programmers choose RPI because of:
Challenging, non-commodity work
Advanced CNC machines and automation
Respect for programming as a craft—not an afterthought
Strong collaboration between programming, machining, and quality
Investment in tools, software, and continuous improvement
A culture built on
quality, communication, and growth
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Compensation & Benefits
$90,000 – $150,000 annually , based on experience and impact
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off & paid holidays
401(k) with company match
Stable, long-term career opportunity in a growing shop
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