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Senior CAM Engineer

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Orqa FPV

Senior CAM Engineer

We are seeking a Senior CAM Engineer with strong expertise in multi-axis CNC programming to join our advanced manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for transforming complex CAD designs into highly optimized, production-ready toolpaths. You will work closely with design and manufacturing teams to ensure components are machined efficiently, accurately, and reliably.

About Orqa FPV

Founded in 2018 in Croatia, Orqa has grown from a hardware consulting firm into one of Europe’s leading drone technology companies. We design and manufacture advanced FPV and unmanned systems used by enterprise, industrial, and defense clients worldwide. With fully vertically integrated operations — covering design, electronics, optics, firmware, software, and in-house manufacturing — we maintain complete control over quality, performance, and supply chain reliability. This allows us to iterate quickly, optimize every part of the system, and deliver products that meet demanding real-world requirements. Today, Orqa products are used in more than 50 countries, with over 100,000 units delivered in 2024. Our mission is to build the enabling technologies for the future of Remote Reality and set new standards in the aerial robotics industry.

At Orqa, we’re building technology that allows humans and machines to see the world like never before. We bring together engineers, creators, and innovators who push the boundaries of what’s possible - from cutting-edge FPV systems to advanced Remote Reality solutions, and toward the next generation of robotics. And behind every great technology, there’s great organization.

As a Senior CAM Engineer you will be responsible for transforming complex CAD designs into highly optimized, production-ready toolpaths. You will work closely with design and manufacturing teams to ensure components are machined efficiently, accurately, and reliably.


WHAT YOU'LL DO:

  • Develop and optimize CNC programs for 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis machining

  • Generate efficient, collision-free toolpaths using CAM software (e.g., Mastercam, Fusion 360, NX CAM, HyperMill, etc.)

  • Select and define cutting tools, feeds and speeds, machining strategies based on material and geometry

  • Perform simulation and verification to ensure collision avoidance, dimensional accuracy, optimized cycle time

  • Optimize machining processes for cycle time reduction, surface finish improvement, tool life extension

  • Collaborate closely with Machinists, CAD engineers, Manufacturing engineers to refine designs and resolve production challenges, design and improve fixturing and setup strategies for complex parts, maintain clear and structured documentation for programs and revisions

WHAT WE EXPECT:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience

  • 5+ years of professional CAM / CNC programming experience

  • Strong experience with: 3-axis and 5-axis machining, high-precision components and tight tolerances

  • Proficiency in at least one advanced CAM platform: Mastercam, Siemens NX, Fusion 360, HyperMill, or equivalent

  • Deep understanding of: machining dynamics (chip load, tool wear, chatter), cutting tool selection and behavior, machine kinematics (especially 5-axis)

  • Experience working with materials such as: aluminum alloys, titanium, steels and/or composites

BONUS:

  • Experience with aerospace or defense manufacturing

  • Familiarity with GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and tolerance-driven machining

  • Experience with post-processors and G-code optimization/customization

  • Knowledge of high-speed machining (HSM) techniques

  • Experience machining: thin-wall structures, complex freeform surfaces

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE: 

Our office is a drone testing playground, and every day starts with an idea no one has tried before. We move fast, learn constantly, and foster a culture of innovation. With flexible working hours, real hands-on testing, and a team that challenges the limits of technology, working at Orqa means working on the edge of what’s possible.

And that’s just the beginning — here are a few more reasons why you’ll love working at Orqa:

  • Performance-based bonuses 

  • Meal and transportation compensation

  • Kindergarten expenses coverage and newborn bonus 

  • Internal workshops & lectures 

  • Career development & growth opportunities within a fast-scaling tech environment

  • Extra vacation days  

  • On-site massages - our professional masseur regularly visits the office to help you recharge

  • PassSport Card - access to gyms and wellness centers

  • Comprehensive annual health check-up

  • Engaging internal events & team-building activities 

If you believe you possess the technical expertise to transform complex CAD designs into highly optimized, production-ready toolpaths while ensuring the efficiency and reliability of high-precision components, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.