What We Love About This Job
Pay:
$80,000 – $120,000+ depending on experience
Brand-New $40 Million Facility:
Join during a once-in-a-career expansion into a state-of-the-art manufacturing campus
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Meaningful Aerospace Work:
Program and support the production of critical military aircraft components
Relocation Assistance Available:
Customized relocation packages, temporary housing assistance, sign-on support, and more for the right candidate
Outstanding Benefits From Day 1:
Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, employee stock purchase plan, flexible PTO, wellness resources, and more
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At a Glance
Company:
Moog
Location:
East Aurora (Buffalo), NY
Job Type:
Full-Time
Pay Range:
$80,000 – $120,000+ per year (based on experience)
Schedule:
Monday – Friday | Onsite
Experience Level:
Mid to Senior Level (5+ years preferred)
Work Authorization:
U.S. Citizen Required
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Why This Role Exists
Moog's Military Aircraft Group is in the middle of a multi-year expansion, including the transition into a brand-new $40 million manufacturing facility featuring advanced machining technology and world-class resources.
As demand continues to grow, Moog is looking for experienced CNC Programming professionals who can take ownership of manufacturing processes, support complex aerospace components, and help drive the future of precision machining operations.
This is not a desk-only engineering role. Successful candidates enjoy being on the shop floor, supporting prove-outs, solving manufacturing challenges, and collaborating directly with machinists, quality teams, and engineering.
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About Moog
Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing.
Working at Moog means deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and an outstanding quality of life both inside and outside of work.
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The Work You'll Be Doing
As a Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer, you will:
Develop CNC programs and manufacturing processes for complex aerospace components
Create detailed operation sheets, setup documentation, tooling packages, and machining instructions
Define manufacturing sequences, tooling, workholding, gauging, and machine requirements
Support machine prove-outs and troubleshoot programming or process-related issues on the shop floor
Collaborate with engineering, quality, production, and outside vendors to improve manufacturability and efficiency
Identify opportunities for process improvements, tooling upgrades, cycle time reductions, and quality enhancements
Assist with manufacturing estimates, tooling development, and production planning for new programs
Ensure documentation supports AS9102 and aerospace quality requirements
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations
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Machines, Software & Technology
Depending on your background, you may support equipment such as:
Multi-Axis Milling
Okuma MU5000 5-Axis Machining Centers
Mill-Turn Operations
WFL Mill-Turn Machines
Okuma Mill-Turn Machines
Advanced Turning & Swiss Operations
DMG Mori NTX Mill-Turn Machines
Swiss-Type Equipment
Wire EDM Systems
CAM Software
Siemens NX (preferred)
Mastercam
ESPRIT
PartMaker
Similar high-end CAM systems
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Materials & Industries
You'll support the machining of highly engineered aerospace and military aircraft components requiring:
Tight-tolerance machining
Precision dimensional control
Complex multi-axis manufacturing processes
Extensive quality documentation and traceability
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What We're Looking ForRequired
Bachelor's Degree OR
Associate Degree with 6+ years of relevant experience OR
High School Diploma with 8+ years of relevant experience
3+ years of CNC programming experience using CAD/CAM software
Experience with multi-axis machining environments
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes from raw material through finished product
Experience supporting machine setup, prove-outs, and troubleshooting
Strong communication and documentation skills
U.S. Citizenship required
Preferred
NX CAM experience
Mill-Turn programming experience
5-Axis machining experience
Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience
Hands-on machining background
Experience working directly from engineering models and blueprints to develop complete manufacturing processes
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate started their career in a machine shop and understands what it takes to make parts successfully on the floor. You've likely progressed into CNC programming or manufacturing engineering and are comfortable taking ownership of the entire manufacturing process—from blueprint review and CAM programming through prove-out and production support.
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Why CNC Programmers Like Working Here
Brand-new advanced manufacturing facility
State-of-the-art machining technology
Complex aerospace and military aircraft work
Strong investment in manufacturing resources
Opportunities to work with cutting-edge multi-axis equipment
Collaborative engineering and production environment
Long-term career growth with a global manufacturing leader
Relocation support available for exceptional candidates
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Pay, Benefits & ScheduleCompensation
$80,000 – $120,000+ per year
For highly qualified candidates, compensation beyond the listed range may be considered.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible PTO
Paid holidays
401(k) with company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Tuition assistance
Professional development opportunities
Wellness programs
Relocation assistance available
Schedule
Monday – Friday
Onsite in East Aurora, NY
Flexible scheduling available based on business needs
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Apply Today
Interested CNC Programmers and Manufacturing Engineers can apply directly through hireCNC.
Apply Now to join one of the most exciting aerospace manufacturing expansions in North America.
