Career Profile Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers Education HS diploma or less This is the typical education required for an entry-level position. Earnings $66,100 This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position. Develop programs to control machining or processing of materials by automatic machine tools, equipment, or systems. May also set up, operate, or maintain equipment. General Information Develop programs to control machining or processing of materials by automatic machine tools, equipment, or systems. May also set up, operate, or maintain equipment. Watch a brief video about this occupation. Watch Video Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers Occupational Outlook For the Rural Capital Area 15 Job Opportunities Over the next five years, an average of 15 openings per year are projected for Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers. +17.3% Employment Change Employment for Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 17.3% between 2023 and 2028. $28.63 Earnings Potential An average worker in this occupation is paid $28.63/hour. Entry level workers are paid $19.38, while experienced workers are paid $32.50. The median wage is comparable to average regional wages across occupations. Local Employment Opportunities There are 95 Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 111. Top Employing Industries, Locally The top industries employing Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers are Machine Shops; Turned Product; and Screw, Nut, and Bolt Manufacturing, Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing, and Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing. Knowledge Areas The top most significant knowledge categories for Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers include Computers and Electronics, Mechanical, and Mathematics. Educational Attainment Patterns The most common level of education for Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers is HS diploma or less. 48% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree. Sources: BLS JobsEQ® ONET
