Ricaurte Precision, Inc.

At a Glance Company: Ricaurte Precision, Inc. Location: Santa Ana, California Job Type: Full-Time Pay Range: $40-$55/hr (DOE) Schedule: Monday-Friday Overtime: Yes ( 10 hrs/week typical) Experience Level: Mid-to-Senior Industries: Aerospace, Medical, Defense, Advanced Manufacturing Why This Role Exists Ricaurte Precision is expanding rapidly due to increased demand for complex, tight-tolerance components across aerospace and advanced manufacturing programs. This role exists to support new programs, additional machine capacity, and continued investment in 5-axis machining and lights-out automation . As a CNC Programmer at RPI, your work directly impacts part quality, repeatability, and throughput in a technology-first, high-precision environment . The Work You'll Be Doing In this role, you will: Program 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC mills , along with live-tooling lathes, Swiss machines, and Wire EDM Review CAD models, blueprints, and GD&T to develop efficient machining strategies Select tooling, holders, feeds & speeds, and machining sequences for hard metals and engineered plastics Match part requirements to the best machine platform (Matsuura, Okuma, Nakamura, Citizen, Robodrill, etc.) Support machinists with setups, troubleshooting, and process optimization Collaborate with programming, machining, and quality teams to ensure accuracy, repeatability, and efficiency Assist with quoting, process planning, and continuous improvement initiatives Contribute to tooling strategies, fixture concepts, and machining best practices This is a hands-on programming role with real shop-floor involvement-not a desk-only position. Machines, Controls & Software You'll work with advanced, automated CNC technology including: Machines: 5-Axis CNC Mills (Matsuura) Multi-Axis Mills & Lathes Swiss Screw Machines Wire EDM CAM & Systems: Mastercam and/or ESPRIT ERP-driven production environment AS9100 quality systems Inspection: CMM, Keyence, Vision-based inspection tools What We're Looking For Required 3-5 years of CNC programming experience in a precision machining environment Experience programming hard materials (titanium, Inconel, stainless, tool steels, engineered plastics) on 3- or 4-axis mills OR experience programming 5-axis mills (including aluminum-only environments) Strong understanding of feeds & speeds, toolpath strategy, and GD&T Ability to work closely with machinists and support shop-floor execution Growth mindset and interest in advanced automation and modern CNC technology Preferred (Not Required) Experience programming Matsuura 5-axis machines Strong proficiency with Mastercam or ESPRIT Aerospace or medical machining experience Familiarity with AS9100 environments Materials You'll Work With Aluminum Stainless Steel Titanium Inconel Hastelloy Engineering Plastics (PEEK, Vespel, etc.) Why Machinists & Programmers Like Working Here Programmers choose Ricaurte Precision because of: A state-of-the-art, highly automated shop Advanced 5-axis machining and lights-out systems Challenging work on complex, non-routine parts Real collaboration between programming, machining, and quality Investment in tools, software, and special-request equipment A culture that values engineering input and continuous improvement Pay, Benefits & Schedule $40 - $55 per hour , DOE Overtime paid after 8 hrs/day or 40 hrs/week Medical, dental, and vision insurance (employer contribution) Life insurance Paid holidays & paid time off 401(k) with company match Apply Interested CNC Programmers can apply directly through hireCNC . Apply now or save this job to review later.

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: Leadership / Senior Industries: Aerospace, Medical, Defense, Advanced Manufacturing Machining: 3-Axis, 4-Axis, 5-Axis CNC Mills Multi-Axis Lathes Live Tooling 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. 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. 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 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 Materials You'll Work With Aluminum Stainless Steel Titanium Inconel Hastelloy Engineering Plastics 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 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 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 Apply Experienced CNC Programmers can apply directly through hireCNC . Apply now or save this job to review later.

At a Glance Company: Ricaurte Precision, Inc. Location: Santa Ana, California Job Type: Full-Time Pay Range: $35-$45 per hour (DOE) Experience Level: 5+ Years of Experience Industry: Aerospace, Medical, Defense, Advanced Manufacturing Quality Systems: AS9100D ISO 9001:2015 Why This Role Exists Ricaurte Precision machines complex, tight-tolerance components where quality is non-negotiable. As production grows and automation expands, we need a dedicated CMM Programmer to ensure inspection programs are accurate, efficient, and aligned with GD&T requirements. This role exists to strengthen RPI's inspection infrastructure, improve productivity, and ensure customer drawings are verified with precision and consistency. The Work You'll Be Doing In this role, you will: Develop, maintain, and optimize CMM programs (PC-DMIS preferred) Set up and operate Hexagon CMM systems to meet inspection requirements Interpret and apply GD&T from engineering drawings Inspect parts per First Article, In-Process, and Final Inspection standards Select and utilize appropriate gauges and measurement tools Review drawings and documentation to ensure inspection criteria are clearly defined Identify ambiguous or outdated GD&T documentation and drive resolution Assist with SolidWorks model updates and file conversions for programming support Coordinate CMM maintenance, calibration, and system upgrades Support the Quality team with additional inspection tasks as needed Contribute ideas for process improvements and inspection efficiency This is a hands-on programming and inspection role within an AS9100-certified environment. Inspection Equipment & Software You'll work with advanced quality tools and systems including: CMM & Metrology Hexagon CMM Romer Arm (as applicable) Software PC-DMIS (preferred) SolidWorks (model support) ERP-driven documentation systems Measurement Tools Calipers Micrometers Height gauges Standard gauges & indicators What We're Looking For Required 3+ years of CMM programming experience Experience with PC-DMIS software Strong understanding of GD&T and engineering drawings Experience setting up CMM systems and performing quick program updates Knowledge of AS9100 quality systems Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Strong communication and collaboration skills Preferred (Not Required) Experience with Romer Arm Ability to assist with quality gauging development Experience updating SolidWorks models Experience supporting vendor quality investigations Materials You'll Inspect Aluminum Stainless Steel Titanium Inconel Engineering Plastics Why Quality Professionals Choose Ricaurte Precision Advanced, automated precision machining environment AS9100-certified, process-driven quality culture High-end CMM and inspection systems Complex, meaningful aerospace and advanced manufacturing work Collaborative team across programming, machining, and quality Real opportunity to influence process improvements Pay, Benefits & Stability $35 - $45 per hour , based on experience Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid holidays and PTO Long-term stability in a growing, technology-driven machine shop Apply Experienced CMM Programmers can apply directly through hireCNC . Apply now or save this job to review later.