CNC Machinist / CNC Operator 5-Axis MillingCreate parts that race, fly, and leave EarthLocation: BelfastType: Full-time, on-site (open to discussion around alternative working patterns where possible, e.g. part-time)Working pattern: 8:0016:00 MondayThursday, 8:0015:00 FridaySalary: £31,000£36,000, depending on experienceOvertime: Occasional and optionalShifts: Day shift only no night shiftsThis is an opportunity to machine high-performance parts used in motorsport, aerospace and space, within a small, specialist team.We are looking for a CNC Machinist / CNC Operator to join our workshop, setting and operating Hurco 5-axis CNC milling machines to finish high-value metal components.You do not need previous metal 3D printing experience to apply. We will train you on our machines, materials, inspection methods and the type of parts we make.We welcome people from a range of backgrounds and industries. If you have a solid foundation in machining or precision work and are keen to build your CNC skills further, we would encourage you to applyeven if youre not sure your experience is an exact match.This role focuses on machine set-up, safe operation, part checking, inspection and continuous improvement. CNC programs are created offline by our CAD/CAM engineer using Mastercam.About usWe are a CNC and metal 3D printing workshop making precision parts for motorsport, aerospace and space customers.We print metal parts and then machine them to their final size, surface finish and tolerance. Typical materials include titanium, aluminium, stainless steel and Inconel.Our quality system is AS9100, the aerospace quality standard, so accuracy, inspection and clear records are important parts of the job.You will be joining a small, supportive production team made up of a Senior CNC Programmer, CNC Operator and this new CNC Operator role. You will also work closely with our metal 3D printing team.The roleYou will set and operate 5-axis Hurco CNC milling machines to finish one-off and short-run metal components.The work is varied. You will prepare the machine, set tools and workholding, run jobs safely, check parts during machining, and complete inspection records.In your first three months, you will focus on learning our machines, materials and inspection processes, supported by a buddy and our Senior CNC team. Structured training will be provided alongside hands-on experience.What you will doSet and operate Hurco 5-axis CNC milling machinesWork from engineering drawings, CAD/CAM information, job sheets and inspection requirementsLoad and run CNC programs created offline by our CAD/CAM engineer using MastercamPrepare tools, fixtures, workholding and datums before machiningCarry out safe machine set-up and prove-out checks before running partsMachine one-off and short-run components made from titanium, aluminium, stainless steel, Inconel and other engineering materialsCheck parts during and after machining using measuring equipmentRecord inspection results to support our AS9100 quality requirementsWork with the CNC, metal 3D printing and quality teams to improve processesKeep the machine area clean, organised and safeBuild skills over time on other workshop technologies (e.g. wire EDM, CNC turning)What we are looking forWe know that good CNC people come from different backgrounds. You may already be a 5-axis machinist, or you may have experience in 3-axis/4-axis machining, precision engineering or a related field and be ready to develop further.We are also open to candidates from adjacent sectors or hands-on technical roles where precision, problem-solving and working to tolerances are important.Core requirementsSome experience or exposure to CNC machining, precision engineering or similar environmentsAbility (or willingness to learn) to read engineering drawings and understand tolerancesExperience using measuring equipment or an interest in developing these skillsA careful, safe and organised approachWillingness to learn our machines, materials and inspection processesAbility to work as part of a small teamIf you have a solid foundation and are keen to build your CNC skills further, we would encourage you to apply.Helpful, but not essential5-axis CNC milling experienceExperience using Hurco machinesExperience machining titanium, Inconel, stainless steel or aluminiumExperience with inspection tools (e.g. FARO arm, CMM, GD&T)Experience in related areas such as EDM, turning, toolmaking or precision fittingTransferable backgrounds we would welcomeThis role may suit people from:aerospace, motorsport, medical device, precision engineering, toolmaking, mould making, manual machining, CNC turning, inspection, fabrication, maintenance or model-making.If you have experience working to tight tolerances, solving practical problems, setting up equipment or producing high-quality components, your skills could transfer well.If youre unsure whether your background fits, wed still encourage you to apply.Why join usSupport from day one: structured training and a buddy system in your first 36 monthsInteresting work: high-value, one-off and short-run components for motorsport, aerospace and spaceNo on-machine programming required: focus on set-up, machining and inspectionOngoing development: opportunities to build skills across multiple technologiesSmall, supportive team environmentDay shift only + early Friday finishOptional overtime (not expected)Free on-site parking + good transport linksPension (NEST)29 days annual leave + long-service increasesWorking pattern and reasonable adjustmentsThis is an on-site workshop role:MondayThursday: 8:0016:00Friday: 8:0015:00We are open to discussing reasonable adjustments to the interview process, working pattern, equipment or workplace set-up where possible.How to applySend your CV by clicking 'Apply' below.We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to building an inclusive workplace.WHJS1_NI