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Associate or Experienced Numerical Control Programmer - Numerical Control Quality Assurance (NCQA)

Boeing

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 17 Feb 2026

💰 $144,900/yr($89,250/yr – $144,900/yr)

About the role

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company is seeking an Associate (Level 2) or Experienced (Level 3) Numerical Control Programmer – Numerical Control Quality Assurance (NCQA) to join the team on site in Puyallup, WA.

Primary responsibilities:

Provides numerical control, machining and programming technical experience.
Establishes technical requirements for manufacturing and producibility.
Plans, creates, verifies and revises Machine Control Data (MCD), geometry and documentation that directs the operations for a complete spectrum of numerically controlled equipment required to manufacture and inspect parts, tools and assemblies for departmental work.
Plans and guides the development and integration of new machining techniques and manufacturing methods, processes, software and equipment.
Works under general direction.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):

Level 2: 2+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Level 3: 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with Numerical Control Programming for metrology devices such as CMM, ARM, Laser Tracker, or light scanning devices, using CAD-based metrology software.
Extensive experience using PC-DMIS.
Experience using CATIA V5, Spatial Analyzer, Scripting, DMIS code.
Experience in Quality inspection role.
Experience using analog inspection equipment, i.e. height gauge, micrometers, calipers, etc.
Complete ability to plan, create, validate, and document source geometry for generation of Machine Control Data (MCD).
Experience interpreting GD&T and can apply the concepts for part inspection.
Experience working with 3D modeling for dimensional measurements.
Computing knowledge, basic operation, Microsoft office products.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):

Self-motivated, Self-managed.
Understanding of basic trigonometry.
Aptitude for abstract reasoning.
Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment.
Be flexible & adaptable in a demanding environment and work schedule.
Ability to collaborate with both the engineering work force and the mechanics on the factory floor.
The ability to interpret data and make recommendations for possible solutions.
Ability to problem solve without coaching.
Bachelors Degree.
Experience responding to customer feedback and maintain customer relationships.

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.

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: