SOC 51-9162
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers
Risk Score
⚠️48/100
Elevated
US Employment
👥28,230
Total workers
Median Wage
💰$66K
$46K – $98K
Projected Growth
📈+12.8%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
🤖76/100
High exposure
💡 Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers face a risk score of 48/100 — 4 points above the national average of 44. With 76/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology →
💡 Workers in this field earn $66K ($19K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths →
🔍 AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 48/100, Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like large language model automation of analysis tasks are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 28,230 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in quality judgment requiring tactile and visual inspection and setup and calibration of custom production runs to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths →
⚠️ Top Risk Factors
Large language model automation of analysis tasks
Cobots handling repetitive material handling tasks
Chatbot displacement of customer-facing interactions
Industrial robotics replacing manual assembly tasks
🛡️ Tasks Safe from Automation
Quality judgment requiring tactile and visual inspection
Setup and calibration of custom production runs
Troubleshooting complex equipment malfunctions
Coordinating workflow across diverse production teams
📊 vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
🔄 Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineers | 20 | $106K | 61% |
| Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers | 33 | $68K | 75% |
| Supervisors of Production Workers | 34 | $71K | 73% |