CNC Machinist Job Reference: LM People Job Code/Title: Location: Programme / Functional Group: LMUKA11428 N3513I / CNC Machinist Ampthill Ampthill - Vehicles Description of Business Environment: Lockheed Martin UK Ampthill has a requirement for a skilled Machine ProductionTechnician within the machine shop area of Manufacturing.This key role will help us achieve key deliverables in support of our programmes into the MoD and other customers. Working closely with various groups including engineering and projects to produce development and production parts requires highly skilled and dynamicindividuals Specific Job Description: Working within a machine shop environment programming, setting and operation CNC machine tools including multiaxis machining centres to produce R&D and production component parts. To include tool presetting and on machine setting. Support and input to the development of machining processes and tooling/fixture design Ability of tool selection and design liaising with tool suppliers Mentoring and training of others Working to specifications, procedures and engineering drawings Problem solve machine issues Ability to prioritise work load in order to meet deliverable commitments. Required Skills: Ability to work from detail engineering drawings and schematics Ability to program using Fanuc & Heidenhain Ability to use conventional/manual milling and turning machines. Conversent with multiaxis machining methods Good knowledge of inspection techniques and equipment incuding Shadowgraph General engineering workshop practices and proven Manufacturing experience Ability to work from written and verbal instructions Housekeeping and 6S Competent computer skills including MS-office Ability to work indenpentdently and as part of a team Good communication and reporting skills Desired Skills: Experience in machining general standard materials and specialised composites Gantry crane operation and certification Lifting and handling CoSSH and H&S awareness HNC or NVQ / Appreticeship in mechanical engineering Knowledge of MRP / SAP systems Expierence of AutoCAD, CAD/CAM systems Standard Job Description: Sets up and operates CNC machine tools that automatically mill, drill, ream, or bore parts. Assembles and positions tools according to instructions using calipers and hand tools; changes cutting tools. Observes machine operation and verifies accuracy of machine operations against blueprints or engineering drawings by measuring cuts with micrometers, dial indicators, and gauges. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures. Typical Minimum Education & Experience: 5+ GCSEs or equivalent experience / combined education, with additional specialized training in specific aspects of job functions and/or demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks.