CNC Machinist

Langham Recruitment; Hollywater; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to join a cutting-edge team in Hollywater. The role involves programming, setting, and operating 3 & 5-axis CNC machines to manufacture high-precision components for aerospace applications. Candidates should have relevant engineering qualifications and a strong background in precision machining. Competitive salary and generous benefits including annual leave, company bonus, and healthcare are included.

Benefits

Flexible working policies

32 days annual leave + BH

Annual Company Bonus Scheme

Up to 8% employer pension contribution

Life Assurance

Private Health Care

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

Multiple Discount, Memberships schemes

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in engineering disciplines.
• Background in high-precision, low-volume machining – ideally in aerospace.
• Able to interpret engineering drawings and SolidWorks models.

Responsibilities

• Program, set, and operate 3 & 5-axis CNC milling machines.
• Collaborate with Project Engineers to meet aerospace specifications.
• Participate in continuous improvement of manufacturing processes.

Skills

CNC programming

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering

Recognised Apprenticeship

Tools

Autodesk PowerMill

FeatureCAM

SolidWorks

Job description

CNC Machinist | Bordon | On-site | Permanent | Competitive salary & package

Are you a skilled CNC Machinist with a passion for precision and innovation? Join a cutting‑edge team manufacturing components for next‑generation spacecraft systems!

We're seeking a talented individual to Program, Set, and Operate 3 & 5 Axis CNC and manual machines, playing a vital role in the production of high‑precision composite and metallic components for mission‑critical space applications.

As part of the Composites Manufacturing team and reporting to the Manufacturing Team Leader, you'll work closely with the Design Office and Engineering teams to deliver world‑class components under tight deadlines for flight assembly and integration.

What you'll be doing:

• Programming, setting, and operating 3 & 5‑axis CNC milling machines (composite and metallic parts).
• Offline CNC programming using Autodesk PowerMill and FeatureCAM (training provided if needed).
• Collaborating with Project Engineers to meet stringent aerospace specifications.
• Participating in peer reviews to ensure "design for manufacture" principles are applied.
• Attending team meetings and contributing to the continuous improvement of our manufacturing processes.
• Occasionally performing manual machining operations as required.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering or a recognised Apprenticeship with relevant certifications.
• Strong academic background in engineering disciplines.
• Background in high‑precision, high‑value, low‑volume machining — ideally in Aerospace or similar fields.
• CNC off‑line programming experience preferred (SolidWorks, PowerMill, FeatureCAM), though training is available.
• A meticulous eye for detail and commitment to delivering work to tight tolerances.
• Able to interpret engineering drawings and SolidWorks models.
• A proactive problem‑solver with a flexible, can‑do attitude.
• Strong communicator and dependable team player.

What's in it for you?

• Highly competitive Salary.
• Flexible working policies.
• 32 days annual leave + BH.
• Annual Company Bonus Scheme.
• Up to 8% employer pension contribution.
• Life Assurance (6X salary).
• Private Health Care.
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave.
• Multiple Discount, Memberships schemes