CNC Programmer - 3-Axis Milling / Setup (Haas / Mastercam)

At a Glance

Company: Safespill Systems LLC
Location: Houston, TX (On-Site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $110,000 - $130,000 per year (based on experience)
Shift: Day Shift Typical 40-hour workweek
Overtime: As Needed
Experience Level: Senior (5+ years preferred)
Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
Published: April 22, 2026

Why This Role Exists

This role exists because Safespill is growing, production is expanding, and the machining team needs a strong technical resource who can improve programming, setups, and machining processes over time.

At Safespill, this position plays a key role in producing aluminum components used in environmentally safe fire protection systems for military and commercial aircraft hangars. This is not just a "post code and move on" programming role. It is a hands-on position focused on programming, setup support, process improvement, and helping the shop run cleaner, faster, and more consistently.

The Work You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Program CNC milling and router jobs for Haas machines using Inventor CAM, Fusion 360, or Mastercam
• Set up and support production on Haas VF10, Haas VF2, and Haas GR510 router platforms
• Develop efficient and repeatable machining processes for 3-axis aluminum parts
• Optimize toolpaths, tooling, workholding, and setups to improve cycle times and consistency
• Troubleshoot machining and setup issues on the shop floor
• Support process improvements that reduce wasted time and improve repeatability
• Work closely with production to ensure parts are machined accurately and delivered on schedule
• Serve as a technical resource in the shop through strong programming and setup knowledge
• Maintain a clean, organized, and disciplined machining environment

Machines, Controls & Software

You'll work with equipment such as:

Machines:

• Haas VF10
• Haas VF2
• 4x Haas GR510 routers
• Manual mill for occasional support work

Controls:

• Haas

CAM Software:

• Inventor CAM
• Fusion 360
• Mastercam

Inspection Tools:

• Standard shop inspection tools as needed for setup verification and in-process checks

Materials You'll Work With

• Aluminum

What We're Looking For

Required:

• Strong CNC programming experience in a milling environment
• Hands-on setup experience with CNC milling machines
• Strong 3-axis machining experience
• Experience machining aluminum parts
• Comfortable programming and supporting Haas machines
• Ability to improve processes, troubleshoot issues, and think critically
• Strong understanding of tooling, setups, and machining efficiency
• Organized, disciplined, and detail-oriented approach to shop work
• Team-oriented mindset with low ego and willingness to support the broader operation

Preferred:

• Experience with Inventor CAM, Fusion 360, or Mastercam
• Experience programming large-format router or gantry-style machines
• Background in a fast-paced production manufacturing environment
• Strong process improvement mindset with the ability to refine workflows over time

Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Safespill because:

• The work is meaningful and tied to real-world aerospace and defense applications
• The shop is clean, organized, and disciplined
• The company values practical process improvement and technical problem-solving
• There is room to make an impact without needing to move into people management
• Benefits are strong, including stock options and fitness perks
• The culture is direct, team-oriented, and focused on quality

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range: $110,000 - $130,000 per year (DOE)

Benefits:

• Four weeks of paid vacation, with additional weeks after two and four years of employment
• Health insurance with a monthly allowance toward the premium
• Dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Free membership to Safespill CrossFit and Barbell Club
• Stock options package, earned not given

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Typical 40-hour workweek

Overtime:

• As needed

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