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CNC Programmer

Great Baddow
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Are you an experienced CNC Miller / Programmer? Do you want to work at the forefront of Aerospace component research and manufacturing? If so, the following permanent role may be right for you…

We currently have a vacancy for an experienced CNC machinist to work at our client's site in Great Baddow, Chelmsford on a permanent basis.

As a CNC machinist within their manufacturing centre, you will be instrumental in assisting with the delivery of innovative research projects to quality, time and budget. The successful candidate will be liaising with engineering and technical staff within the Laboratories supporting aerospace research/production and this role will provide you with the chance to become involved in challenging activities within a friendly and dynamic environment.

You will be responsible for:

Manufacturing small batch / prototype and production components ranging from highly accurate aerospace components through to lab use demonstrator items within time and budget
Programming, setting and running 3 axis CNC milling machines using CADCAM software and also via the machine control
Operating manual milling machines and lathes.You:

Experienced CNC milling machinist
3D CADCAM programming experience
Ability to programme, set and operate different machine tools, as well as operate manual milling machines and lathes
Qualified to NVQ Level 3 Engineering (or equivalent) or higher
Apprentice trained
Experience of working closely with designers and engineers to assist with the DFM attributes of new hardware design (desirable)
Experience of aerospace component manufacture, first article inspection reports etc (desirable)The package:

You'll receive a very competitive salary (please get in touch for details on this) and other benefits including pension, life assurance and 25 days' (plus bank holidays). In addition there are other non-tangible benefits including a commitment to training, development and career development.How to apply:

This is an excellent opportunity to join a market leader so if you're interested in learning more please send your CV by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.*** Please note this role requires UK defence security clearance to SC level as a minimum, you must be SC clearable to apply for this role

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