Salary: GBP40000 - GBP50000 per annum + depending on experience
Chelmsford-based aerospace engineering manufacturer. Hermle and DMG MORI machines. Micron-level tolerances. Sound like your kind of shop?
This is a hands-on, production-focused role for a CNC Programmer who can independently program, set up, and run 5-axis milling operations, producing aerospace-grade components from day one.
This is a shop-floor role first, you'll be programming, proving out toolpaths, and machining precision parts, with a focus on efficiency, quality, and problem-solving.
Key responsibilities
* Independently program 5-axis milling machines for aerospace and high-precision components
* Set up jobs, select tooling, fixtures, speeds, and feeds
* Prove out programs and troubleshoot machining issues on the shop floor
* Maintain high-quality standards with micron-level tolerances
* Improve processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Must have
* Strong hands-on experience programming 5-axis milling machines (DMG MORI, Hermle, or equivalent)
* Confident in independently setting up and running jobs
* Solid understanding of metrology, GD&T, and high-precision machining
Nice to have
* Offline programming experience (NX, Mastercam, Fusion 360)
* Previous experience with aerospace or highly precise components
* Leading medical plan
* Life insurance
* 28 days annual leave
* Sabbatical leave
* Enhanced parental leave (maternity, paternity & adoption)
If you're a self-starting CNC Programmer who thrives in a precision engineering environment, I'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV.
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