Senior 5-Axis CNC Machinist (Technical Lead Level)
Senior CNC Machinist 5 Axis Milling (Defence Engineering)
Ampthill, Bedfordshire | Permanent | 4 Day Week (MonThurs) | £42,550
We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist UK defence engineering organisation for a Senior CNC Machinist to join a precision machining facility supporting complex, low-volume programmes.
This is a hands-on technical role within a small, highly skilled team environment. It would suit an experienced 5-axis machinist who enjoys machining challenging, high-value components and wants to operate at a senior level within the cell.
The Environment
Youll be working with:
* Matsuura, Hurco and Correa machining centres
* 36 axis capability (strong bias toward 5-axis milling)
* Fanuc and Heidenhain controls
* One-off and low-volume complex components
* High-value defence hardware
This is not production-line machining its precision R&D and advanced engineering.
The Role
* Program, set and prove-out multi-axis CNC machines
* Optimise tooling and machining strategies
* Manufacture complex, high-spec components
* Support continuous improvement initiatives
* Provide technical guidance and support within the team
Youll act as a senior technical presence on the shop floor, contributing to safe, efficient and high-quality operations.
Requirements
* Strong 5-axis CNC milling experience
* Fanuc and/or Heidenhain programming
* Experience machining complex, low-volume components
* Background in aerospace, defence or advanced precision engineering
* Active SC clearance (or recently lapsed and eligible for reactivation)
* Must be eligible to obtain DV clearance
Whats on Offer
* 4 day working week
* Long-term programme stability
* Advanced engineering environment
* Permanent position within a secure defence setting
If you are currently SC cleared and looking for a technically challenging senior machining role, we would welcome a confidential discussion.
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