CNC Machinist / Programmer

Dynamic Aerospace Fabrications Ltd.; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Dynamic Aerospace Fabrications Ltd. in Castle Donington, UK, is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist/Programmer to set, operate and program multi-axis CNC milling centers for high-precision aerospace components.

The role supports both NPI and established production programs, working closely with Engineering and Production to meet customer commitments. You will read engineering drawings, select tooling, and optimise cutting strategies to ensure right-first-time manufacturing while maintaining

Qualifications

• Experience as CNC Machinist/Programmer in a high-performance engineering environment (aerospace/precision) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of 5-axis CNC milling and GD&T.
• Skilled in tooling selection, cutting strategies, and machining parameters for exotic materials.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate and program multi-axis CNC milling machines for high-tolerance manufacturing.
• Select and set appropriate cutting tools, speeds, and feeds to maximise efficiency and quality.
• Read complex engineering drawings and GD&T to tight aerospace tolerances.
• Conduct in-process inspections using precision measuring equipment.
• Maintain high attention to detail to reduce scrap and rework.
• Collaborate with engineering and production to improve manufacturability (DFM) for NPI products.
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce cycle times and boost productivity.
• Support introduction of new products and machining techniques.
• Perform routine maintenance / TPM on CNC machinery and adhere to 5S.

Skills

5-axis CNC milling

GD&T

Tooling selection

Machining parameters

Problem solving

Teamwork

Independence

Tools

CNC programming software

ISO/Fanuc controls

Job description

Reporting to the Team Leader and Production Manager, you will play a key role within our high-performing Metallic Machine Shop, setting, operating and programming advanced CNC machining centres to manufacture complex, high-precision aerospace components and assemblies.
Working on either a day shift or two-shift pattern (Monday to Friday), you’ll thrive in a fast-paced, quality-driven manufacturing environment where no two days are the same. As part of our skilled machining team, you’ll be involved in both New Product Introduction (NPI) and the manufacture of established production programmes, working closely with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Production to successfully introduce new products into manufacture while delivering existing customer commitments.
This is an opportunity to work on technically challenging aerospace products, where precision, quality and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do. We’re looking for a proactive individual who takes pride in producing right-first-time components, enjoys solving manufacturing challenges and wants to contribute to the ongoing success and growth of a market-leading aerospace manufacturer.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate and have ability to program multi-axis CNC milling machines for high-tolerance manufacturing
• Select and set appropriate cutting tools, speeds, and feeds to maximise efficiency and quality
• Understand & read engineering drawings working to tight tolerances, and stringent aerospace specifications
• Conduct in-process inspections using precision measuring equipment (micrometres, gauges, etc.)
• Maintain high attention to detail eradicating scrap and rework
• Collaborate with multifunctional teams including engineering and production to improve manufacturability (DFM) for NPI products
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce cycle times and boost productivity
• Work with the Programming team to ensure programs / techniques and strategies are optimised.
• Support the introduction of new products and machining techniques
• Perform routine maintenance / operator TPM on CNC machinery to ensure optimal performance
• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Maintain a clean and organised workspace in line with 5S principles
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities

Required Skills and Competences

• Strong knowledge of 5-axis CNC milling
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T
• Skilled in tooling selection, cutting strategies, and machining parameters for exotic materials
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Good working knowledge of CNC Programming software, ISO or Fanuc controls
• Capable of working under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Commitment towards continuous improvement and right first time

Education & Experience

• Experience as a CNC Machinist/Programmer in a high-performance engineering environment (preferably Aerospace, Motorsport, or Precision Engineering).

Logistics

• Based on site at our factory in Castle Donington – Dynamic Aerospace Fabrications Ltd, 10a Sills Road, Castle Donington, Derby, DE74 2US
• Shopfloor based position
• Salary range – £45,000 – £50,000 DOE per annum
• Full time, 39 hours per week
• We would be open to:
• Day Shift (8am-5pm Mon-Thurs, 8am-1pm Fri),
• or a 2-shift rotation; Monday to Thursday 6:00 am to 2:00 pm, Friday 6:00 am to 1:00 pm, Monday to Thursday 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm, Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Dynamic Aerospace Fabrications Ltd
Sills Road
Willow Farm Business Park
Castle Donington
Derby
DE74 2US
UK