Skills

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Job Specifications

CMC are looking for a CAD/CAM Programmer consultant for a leading aerospace client. Our client are undertaking a range of complex manufacturing projects, primarily focused on new product development across aerospace and defence contracts. Due to recent team changes, there is an immediate requirement for an experienced 5 Axis CAD/CAM Programmer to provide critical support and ensure continuity of production while new permanent staff are recruited and trained.

This role is essential to maintain delivery schedules and support ongoing innovation within the CAM function, working on both sensitive defence projects and less commercially sensitive aerospace and robotics structures.

Contract Information

Contract Length: 12 Month Contract (Inside IR35)
Hours: 37.5 Hour Week (Onsite with some flexibility possible)
Location: Isle of Wight
Budget: Dependant on Experience

Key Responsibilities

Program and optimise 5 axis gantry machines (head-head and AMC rotation) for the machining of aerospace structures and composite components.
Generate toolpaths using CATIA V5 and validate using Vericut.
Support the introduction of new products into manufacturing, ensuring robust and efficient processes.
Collaborate with the CAM function and wider engineering/manufacturing teams to achieve steady-state improvements.
Contribute to problem-solving on the shop floor, including on-machine modifications as required.
Work across multiple contracts with varying complexity and compliance requirements (including defence-related projects).

Core Skills & Experience (Essential)

Minimum 10 years' experience as a 5 Axis CAD/CAM Programmer.
Strong proficiency with CATIA V5 and Vericut.
Proven background in programming large 5 axis gantry machines (not 3+2 machining centres).
Ability to work independently with minimal training and deliver immediate value.
Strong communication skills and ability to integrate effectively into an established team.

Desirable Skills & Experience

Aerospace industry background, particularly on structural components.
Composite machining experience.
Exposure to robotics machining.
Automotive experience with CATIA V5 (transferable skills will be considered).

Personal Attributes

Practical, hands-on problem solver who can adapt quickly.
Collaborative team player who works well in a high-performing environment.
Able to manage workload across multiple contracts and priorities.
Comfortable working within tight deadlines and compliance requirements.

CMC provide expert engineering solutions on an international capacity for advanced engineering projects. Established in 2016, we set out our mission to be the best service-driven consulting business in global STEM markets, and after rapid growth in just a few years, we're already delivering true expertise to major technology brands and leading companies around the world.

As we expand our reach and take on new projects, we have assignments available for experienced embedded technology professionals to join our consultancy and deliver the expert solutions and high level of service we're known for across multiple ventures.

By partnering with CMC you get the chance to work with some of the world's leading technology specialists. From our global offices we support you with each new project, providing a complete scope of work definition ahead of any engagement so you know exactly what's required by the assignment, before you land on-site. As the project is completed we can continue to work with you by setting up your next project from our global network of leading technology companies.

No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age or experience, and we confirm that we are happy to accept applications from persons of any age or experience for this role.

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