Computer Numerical Control Machinist (12 month FTC)
This exciting opportunity is based from our Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Ampthill, Bedfordshire and benefits from a 4 Day Working Week (Mon – Thu).
Your Role in Shaping the Future:
You will be involved in machine and fixture setting, tool selection and tool set up, setting work and tool offsets, proving out and editing of CNC programs, machining of products in high grade aluminium, peak, titanium and composite carbon fibre materials on multiple machine tools including 4 and 5 axis machining centres with various programming languages to include Heidenhain, Siemens and Fanuc to produce medium size R&D and low volume production component parts all of high value.
Duties will include:
* Support and input to the development of machining processes and tooling / fixture design.
* Ability of tool selection / optimisation and design liaising with tooling suppliers.
* Mentoring and training of others which may include apprentices.
* Working to specifications, procedures and engineering drawings.
* Develop and improve work procedures/processes with engineering team.
* Problem solve machine issues and facilitate corrective action plans.
* Ability to prioritise work load in order to meet deliverable commitments and support production schedule to optimise machine utilisation.
* Demonstrates high quality standards and support improvement initiatives.
What You Bring to the Team:
* Ability to work from detailed engineering drawings producing conforming product.
* Turning experience very desirable.
* Ability to program/post process using Fanuc & Heidenhain languages.
* Understanding and execution of CAD/CAM software.
* Conversant with multi-axis machining methods (3 to 5 axis).
* Good knowledge of inspection techniques and measuring equipment.
* General engineering workshop practices and proven Manufacturing experience.
* Ability to work from written and verbal process instructions.
* Ability to work independently from concept through to manufacture.
* Adherence and accountability of Housekeeping and 6S standards within defined work area.
* Adherence to mechanical and manual Lifting processes.
* High level of CoSHH and H&S awareness.
* Good communication and reporting skills.
* SC clearance with possibility for DV.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of manufacturing innovation. As we continue to grow, your expertise will help shape the future of our products and ensure we consistently deliver the highest quality to our customers.
So if you are interested in joining a growing team working on exciting programme there has never been a better time to apply!
Equal Opportunity Statement
Lockheed Martin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and reflect our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Design, Engineering, and Manufacturing
* Industries
* Defense and Space Manufacturing
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