NC Programmer Shot Peening

Job Title:
NC Programmer Shot Peening
Location: San Diego, CA
Onsite/ Hybrid/ Remote: Onsite
Duration: 6 12 months
Job Description:
Position Summary:
The NC Programmer Shot Peening is responsible for developing and supporting NC programs for shot peening operations across both robot-guided and gantry-based systems. This role supports production throughput, program accuracy, and process consistency in a high-volume aerospace environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Create, modify, validate, and optimize NC programs for shot peening processes;
support setup, prove-out, and troubleshooting of both robotic and conventional shot peening equipment;
work with operations and engineering teams to resolve programming and process execution issues;
ensure program consistency, process adherence, and support for production quality requirements;
contribute to improved throughput and effective support of high-volume peening operations.
Required Qualifications:
Experience in NC programming for shot peening or similar manufacturing / surface treatment processes;
strong understanding of programmed machine motion, process validation, and production support;
ability to support both simple gantry systems and more advanced robot-guided applications;
strong troubleshooting and collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Aerospace manufacturing experience; familiarity with qualification support, special process control, and production-driven environments.
Work Arrangement / Engagement Notes:
Remote programming support may be possible for portions of the role; however, on-site presence is required for testing, prove-out, and production validation activities.