Swiss Screw Programmer

Strong Team Culture | Long-Tenured Employees

Swiss Screw Programmer – Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing
El Cajon, CA 

Join a well-established precision machine shop that has been producing high-quality components for aerospace and defense applications since 1971. Known for its supportive work environment and strong team culture, many employees have proudly remained with the company for over a decade.

As a Swiss Screw Programmer, you’ll play a key role in programming Citizen and Tsugami machines delivering efficient, accurate, and repeatable machining operations for high-performance components used in demanding applications. You will also have the opportunity to program parts for mill and mill turn machines as needed. 

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly pay (based on experience)

• PTO including vacation, sick days, paid holidays, and a full paid winter break

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Flexible 1st shift scheduling

• Program Swiss Screw, Mill-Turn, and Mill machines
• Translate CAD models and drawings to G-code
• Select tooling requirements, speeds/feeds, etc 
• Optimize machining performance and ability 
• Create set up sheets and machining documentation 
• Collaborate with other departments 

• High School diploma, GED, or trade school certification required
• 5+ years programming Swiss machines (Esprit or similar)
• Strong understanding of G-code
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and CAD models
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently 

Please note this is an ITAR regulated facility, requiring employees to show proof of Citizenship, Permanent Residency, Asylee, or Refugee status.

AMC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

“In accordance with California law, the expected salary range for this California position is between $30/hr and $50/hr. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.”