CNC Precision Machinist — Flexible Hours, Spaceflight Hardware

Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC); Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday

Flexible working hours

Pension scheme

Employee discounts

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) seeks a skilled CNC machinist to produce precision components for spaceflight hardware at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory in Harwell. The role focuses on small, high-precision runs in a temperature-controlled facility, using both CNC and manual machinery.

You will work as part of a focused team, applying 3- and 5-axis milling skills, offline CAM programming, and strict quality control to meet exacting tolerances for space instrumentation and

Qualifications

• Recognised apprenticeship in engineering with at least a BTEC Level 3.
• Ability to set, operate and program 3- and 5-axis CNC milling machines.
• Offline CAM programming experience with OpenMind HyperMILL and One CNC.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture high-quality components on CNC and manual machines.
• Prove and adjust CAM programs to achieve precise geometry and tolerance.
• Collaborate with RAL Space engineers and technicians to meet manufacturing needs.
• Maintain CNC and manual machinery and ensure documentation per ISO9001.

Skills

3-axis CNC

5-axis CNC

CAM programming

Education

Engineering apprenticeship with BTEC Level 3

Tools

OpenMind HyperMILL

One CNC

Job description

Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) seeks a skilled CNC machinist to produce precision components for spaceflight hardware at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory in Harwell. The role focuses on small, high-precision runs in a temperature-controlled facility, using both CNC and manual machinery.

You will work as part of a focused team, applying 3- and 5-axis milling skills, offline CAM programming, and strict quality control to meet exacting tolerances for space instrumentation and