Aerospace CNC Programmer – Multi‑Axis (EdgeCam/HyperMill)

AWD online; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Aerospace project exposure

Challenging environment

Training opportunities

Job summary

AWD online in Birkenhead is seeking a time-served CNC Programmer with offline CAM experience (EdgeCam and/or HyperMill) to support multi-axis machining in a precision environment. You will generate, prove and optimise programs, read engineering drawings and GD&T, and collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to ensure first-off and continuous improvement.

There is a strong emphasis on accuracy and process control.

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent formal trade qualification in CNC machining.
• Hands-on experience as Offline NC Programmer in aerospace or high-precision manufacturing.
• Competency using EdgeCam and/or HyperMill CAM software, HyperMill preferred.
• Strong multi-axis machining knowledge and GD&T interpretation.
• Ability to read complex drawings and 3D models.
• Experience with AS9100 or equivalent aerospace quality standards.
• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines and provide references.

Responsibilities

• Offline CNC programming: develop, prove and optimise CNC programs using EdgeCam and/or HyperMill for multi-axis machining.
• Interpret engineering drawings, 3D models and GD&T to produce accurate toolpaths.
• Choose tooling, speeds and feeds aligned with materials and quality standards.
• Perform virtual simulation, collision checks and first‑article inspection support.
• Collaborate with shop, quality and engineering teams to ensure programs meet requirements.
• Maintain NC program library with revision control and traceability per AS9100.
• Identify improvements to reduce cycle times and improve surface finish and tool life.
• Ensure programming activity aligns with customer specs and aerospace standards.

Skills

Multi-axis CNC machining

GD&T understanding

Reading engineering drawings

Problem-solving

Pressure handling

Education

Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

EdgeCam

HyperMill

G‑Code / post-processor basics

Job description

AWD online in Birkenhead is seeking a time-served CNC Programmer with offline CAM experience (EdgeCam and/or HyperMill) to support multi-axis machining in a precision environment. You will generate, prove and optimise programs, read engineering drawings and GD&T, and collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to ensure first-off and continuous improvement.

There is a strong emphasis on accuracy and process control.