5-Axis CNC Machinist for Precision Aerospace Components

Cambridge Aerospace; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge Aerospace is seeking a CNC Machinist specialising in 5-axis milling to plan, set up, and run high-precision manufacturing for defence and aerospace programmes.

This hands-on role focuses on operating and optimising 5-axis CNC machining centres to produce complex, tight-tolerance components in aerospace-grade materials, while ensuring compliance with AS9100 standards and GD&T requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong CNC machining experience with a focus on 5-axis milling.
• Experience machining for aerospace, defence, motorsport, or similarly regulated industries.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Solid understanding of tooling, workholding, and cutting strategies.
• Experience using precision inspection equipment.
• Working knowledge of CNC controls such as Siemens, Fanuc, or Heidenhain.

Responsibilities

• Set, operate, and optimise 5-axis CNC milling machines to manufacture complex precision components.
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and technical specifications, including GD&T.
• Produce parts to extremely tight tolerances in materials such as titanium, aluminium, stainless steel, and high-performance alloys.
• Ensure all machining activities comply with aerospace and defence quality standards and procedures.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and support continuous process improvement.
• Maintain machine performance through routine checks, maintenance, and good housekeeping.

Skills

5-axis milling

GD&T interpretation

CNC controls

Precision inspection

Reading drawings

Troubleshooting

Tools

Hypermill

Siemens NX

Job description

Cambridge Aerospace is seeking a CNC Machinist specialising in 5-axis milling to plan, set up, and run high-precision manufacturing for defence and aerospace programmes.

This hands-on role focuses on operating and optimising 5-axis CNC machining centres to produce complex, tight-tolerance components in aerospace-grade materials, while ensuring compliance with AS9100 standards and GD&T requirements.