5 Axis Machinist
Swift Placement & Consulting, Birmingham, AL, United States
Senior Manufacturing Engineer – 5-Axis Machining
Siemens NX | Siemens One & Heidenhain TNC 7
Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing Location: Birmingham, Alabama
Status: Full‑time | Salaried | On‑site
Smith & Company
is an engineering‑driven precision machining company supporting aerospace and defense programs. We program real 5‑axis work—complex geometry, tight tolerances, challenging materials, and NPI heavy programs—on world‑class equipment.
This is not a desk‑only CAM role. You’ll be on the floor, at the machine, and in the details—owning the process from model to metal.
What You’ll Do
Program complex 5‑axis CNC parts using Siemens NX
Develop and optimize toolpaths for Heller, Hermle, and Zayer platforms
Support machines running Siemens One and Heidenhain TNC 7 controls
Lead programming for NPI, first‑run builds, and complex production work
Collaborate closely with machinists, quality, and engineering during prove‑outs
Optimize cycle time, tool life, workholding, and process stability
Create clean, production‑ready programs, setup documentation, and standards
Support troubleshooting and continuous improvement on the shop floor
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience programming 5‑axis CNC machining centers
Strong proficiency in Siemens NX (multi‑axis, surfacing, complex toolpaths)
Experience supporting Siemens and/or Heidenhain controls
Background in aerospace, defense, or other high‑complexity machining
Strong understanding of GD&T, fixturing strategy, and material behavior
Comfortable working directly with machines and operators
Project / program management, including direct customer engagement
U.S. person eligible to work on ITAR‑regulated programs
Physical Demands & Work Environment
Frequent standing and walking on the shop floor
Frequent sitting while programming and reviewing models
Reaching, including overhead, during machine support and setup reviews
Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs (tooling, fixtures, components)
Ability to work around large machines, moving equipment, and cranes
Required to follow all shop safety procedures, PPE requirements, and safe‑work practices
Safety Expectations
Maintain a strong safety‑first mindset when supporting machining operations
Follow all company and regulatory safety procedures
Identify and communicate potential safety or process risks
Lead by example—safe setups, safe prove‑outs, safe troubleshooting
What We Offer
Competitive salaried compensation aligned with experience
Brand‑new, climate‑controlled facility with all new equipment
Direct access to leadership—engineering has a real voice here
Work on high‑visibility aerospace & defense programs
Long‑term growth with a company scaling the right way
Ready to program at the highest level?
If you want elite machines, complex parts, and a shop scaling fast without cutting corners— Smith & Company— Ready on Day One. Built to Win.
#ZR
Compensation
$120,000 per year
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Siemens NX | Siemens One & Heidenhain TNC 7
Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing Location: Birmingham, Alabama
Status: Full‑time | Salaried | On‑site
Smith & Company
is an engineering‑driven precision machining company supporting aerospace and defense programs. We program real 5‑axis work—complex geometry, tight tolerances, challenging materials, and NPI heavy programs—on world‑class equipment.
This is not a desk‑only CAM role. You’ll be on the floor, at the machine, and in the details—owning the process from model to metal.
What You’ll Do
Program complex 5‑axis CNC parts using Siemens NX
Develop and optimize toolpaths for Heller, Hermle, and Zayer platforms
Support machines running Siemens One and Heidenhain TNC 7 controls
Lead programming for NPI, first‑run builds, and complex production work
Collaborate closely with machinists, quality, and engineering during prove‑outs
Optimize cycle time, tool life, workholding, and process stability
Create clean, production‑ready programs, setup documentation, and standards
Support troubleshooting and continuous improvement on the shop floor
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience programming 5‑axis CNC machining centers
Strong proficiency in Siemens NX (multi‑axis, surfacing, complex toolpaths)
Experience supporting Siemens and/or Heidenhain controls
Background in aerospace, defense, or other high‑complexity machining
Strong understanding of GD&T, fixturing strategy, and material behavior
Comfortable working directly with machines and operators
Project / program management, including direct customer engagement
U.S. person eligible to work on ITAR‑regulated programs
Physical Demands & Work Environment
Frequent standing and walking on the shop floor
Frequent sitting while programming and reviewing models
Reaching, including overhead, during machine support and setup reviews
Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs (tooling, fixtures, components)
Ability to work around large machines, moving equipment, and cranes
Required to follow all shop safety procedures, PPE requirements, and safe‑work practices
Safety Expectations
Maintain a strong safety‑first mindset when supporting machining operations
Follow all company and regulatory safety procedures
Identify and communicate potential safety or process risks
Lead by example—safe setups, safe prove‑outs, safe troubleshooting
What We Offer
Competitive salaried compensation aligned with experience
Brand‑new, climate‑controlled facility with all new equipment
Direct access to leadership—engineering has a real voice here
Work on high‑visibility aerospace & defense programs
Long‑term growth with a company scaling the right way
Ready to program at the highest level?
If you want elite machines, complex parts, and a shop scaling fast without cutting corners— Smith & Company— Ready on Day One. Built to Win.
#ZR
Compensation
$120,000 per year
#J-18808-Ljbffr