NC Programmer

Hyde Group Holdings; Dukinfield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established aerospace engineering provider in Dukinfield is seeking an NC Programmer to support an increase in workload. The role involves developing and validating CNC programs for complex aerospace components, ensuring precision and compliance with AS9100 standards. Key qualifications include experience with Hypermill and CATIA, along with strong problem-solving and collaboration skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace projects

Supportive and innovative team environment

Purpose-built sites with free parking

Access to discounts from leading retailers

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an NC Programmer in the aerospace or precision engineering sector.
• Proficiency in Hypermill and CATIA for CAM and CAD tasks.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, aerospace materials, and machining best practices.
• Experience with 5-axis machining and high-precision components.
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality standards and aerospace documentation requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and optimize 5-axis CNC programs using Hypermill and CATIA.
• Interpret complex aerospace drawings and 3D models to develop machining strategies.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure manufacturability.
• Select appropriate tooling and cutting strategies to maximize efficiency.
• Conduct simulations and verifications to ensure optimal cycle times.
• Support first article inspections and resolve programming issues.
• Continuously improve machining processes to enhance quality.
• Maintain documentation and revision control of NC programs.

Job description

Overview

The Hyde Group is an established aerospace engineering provider with over 40 years in the industry. We are seeking a NC Programmer at our Dukinfield manufacturing site to support a sudden increase in workload.

Role responsibilities focus on developing, optimizing, and validating CNC programs for complex aerospace components, ensuring precision, efficiency, and compliance with AS9100 and customer standards.

Responsibilities

• Create and optimize 5-axis CNC programs using Hypermill and CATIA.
• Interpret complex aerospace drawings and 3D models to develop machining strategies.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure manufacturability and compliance with customer specifications.
• Select appropriate tooling, fixtures, and cutting strategies to maximize efficiency and tool life.
• Conduct simulations and verifications to ensure collision-free toolpaths and optimal cycle times.
• Support first article inspections (FAI) and resolve any programming-related issues on the shop floor.
• Continuously improve machining processes to reduce cycle times and improve quality.
• Maintain documentation and revision control of NC programs and related process sheets.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience as an NC Programmer in the aerospace or precision engineering sector.
• Proficiency in Hypermill and CATIA for CAM and CAD tasks.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, aerospace materials, and machining best practices.
• Experience with 5-axis machining and high-precision components.
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality standards and aerospace documentation requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Vericut or other CAM verification tools.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Background in working with OEMs or Tier 1 aerospace suppliers.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace projects.
• Supportive and innovative team environment.
• Purpose-built sites with free parking.
• Exciting benefits package with access to discounts from leading retailers.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Hyde Group is committed to creating an inclusive environment where employees can reach their full potential. We welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds, including groups currently underrepresented in our sector.

All our roles require pre-employment security screening checks including referencing.

If this sounds like the ideal opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you.