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Numerical Control Programmer - Machining/Tooling (Mid-level or Senior)

Orangeburg, South Carolina Job ID JR2026508389 Category Engineering - Production Role Type Onsite Post Date Jun. 01, 2026
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Commercial Airlines (BCA) is hiring for Numerical Control Programmers (Mid-level or Senior) to join the Fabrication South Carolina Aerostructures (FSCA) team in Orangeburg, SC. This position will support complex CNC machining operations.

The ideal candidate will drive process improvements, ensure product quality, and collaborate with production, quality, and supply chain teams to optimize fabrication and finishing operations of large scale sheet metal aerostructures.

Our team is currently hiring for a range of experience levels including: Mid-Level, or Senior Numerical Control Programmers – Machine/Tooling.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Frontline factory support for 737 MAX & 777X Lipskin fabrication

  • Develop and fully support all NC Programming activity for large scale 5-axis machining of lipskins

  • Establish and monitor process controls, KPIs, and SPC for fabrication and machining processes; implement corrective actions as needed.

  • Support production troubleshooting, line startup, and ramp-up activities; provide training and technical guidance to production teams.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Provides expertise in numerical control, machining, programming and Design For Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) in support of new and ongoing projects.

  • Establishes technical requirements for manufacturing and producibility.

  • Plans and guides the development and integration of machining techniques, manufacturing methods, processes, software and equipment to support the design, manufacture and inspection of parts and assemblies.

  • Identifies equipment and approaches, coordinates and assigns work and trains/mentors others.

  • Works under minimal direction.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

  • 4 or more years of manufacturing experience in metal fabrication and machining.

  • 4 or more years of experience in Numerical Control (NC) Programming

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Level 3: 4 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Level 4: 6 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Strong problem-solving skills and experience with root cause analysis tools (5-Why, Fishbone, FMEA etc).

Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Shift:

Additional shifts may be required to support program objectives. (1st or 2nd shift)

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.  

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.  

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  

Summary Pay Range for Mid Level (Level 3): $100,300 – 135,700

Summary Pay Range for Senior Level (Level 4): $120,700 – 163,300


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 15, 2026


Export Control Requirements:

If the successful candidate is not a “U.S. Person” (as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 “U.S. Person” includes U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees) and the position requires access to export-controlled data, an appropriate export authorization by the U.S. Government may be required prior to such access. Employment, and the continuity of employment of non-U.S. persons, is contingent upon the company’s ability to secure and maintain the necessary export control authorization.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person not required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 2nd shift


Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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