Overview
In this role you will lead NC programming efforts to engineer components from customer specs and drawings. You will drive efficiency by reducing machine runtime and bottlenecks within a high-precision aerospace environment. You’ll oversee the NC team, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and shape the manufacturing process for new and existing products. This is a hands-on leadership position that combines technical execution with continuous improvement to meet CI targets.
Pay / Benefits
- work life balance
- mental health support
- performance-related bonus
- career development opportunities
- Long Service Awards
- Enhanced Holiday Entitlement
Responsibilities
- NC programming and verification on CNC machines
- Create and oversee prove-out sheets for new programs
- Interpret customer specifications and drawings
- Design fixtures and jigs and construct solid models
- Produce component documentation to stabilize processes and runtimes
- Optimize processes to reduce machine runtimes and bottlenecks for CI targets
- Assist in engineering production processes, material flow and machine utilization
- Project manage NC introduction of new products through the shop system
- Lead NC Programming team including workload planning and performance management
- Ensure safety, 5S/6S compliance and proper setup sheets
- Provide technical escalation for complex NC and machining issues
- Liaise with internal departments during new/modified program introductions
- Hands-on engagement as needed
- Generate technical reports for customers
Key requirements
- 5 years’ experience of High Speed Machining
- Strong tooling selection knowledge for required components
- 5 years’ experience at this level
- Advanced Catia V5 Programming
- Vericut simulation software
- Ability to read and interpret complex drawings and customer specifications
- Large scale component manufacture experience
- Knowledge of optimum speeds and feeds
- Project management and team leadership
- Ability to work under pressure
- Team leadership and coaching
- Effective communication at all levels
- Organised and methodical
- Catia V5 programming
- Vericut simulation software
- High Speed Machining
Lead NC Programming Engineer employer: Magellan Aerospace
Magellan Aerospace is an exceptional employer located in Llay, Wrexham, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises work-life balance and mental health. With a strong commitment to employee development, the company provides numerous career growth opportunities, enhanced holiday entitlements, and a business performance-related bonus, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the aerospace industry.
