CNC Programmer - Motorsport & Aerospace

Location: Witney, Oxfordshire (On-site/Hybrid)
Industry: Precision Engineering - Composite Tooling
Hourly Rate: £20 - £30 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week, flexible shifts available between 07:00 - 19:00; night shift option also available
Employment Type: Permanent

I am currently supporting a leading precision engineering company based in Witney, Oxfordshire, in their search for a highly skilled CNC Programmer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team that specialises in the manufacture of high-specification, precision-machined tooling and pattern work for the motorsport, automotive, and aerospace sectors.

Role Overview

This position is ideal for a CNC Programmer with extensive experience in 5-axis machining, CAD/CAM programming, and pattern-making. The successful candidate will be confident in using industry-standard software including CATIA V5, Hypermill, and Vericut, and will have a proven ability to deliver precision tooling to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Programming and setting up 5-axis CNC machines (CMS machines)

  • Creating, optimising, and validating CNC toolpaths using Hypermill and Vericut

  • Reading and interpreting technical drawings and complex 3D CAD data

  • Producing pattern work and composite tooling with exceptional accuracy and surface finish

  • Collaborating with engineering and design teams to ensure workflow efficiency and quality standards

  • Making adjustments to programs and setups to maximise machine performance and product quality

Requirements

  • Proven background in CNC programming, 5-axis machining, and precision milling

  • CATIA V5, Hypermill, and Vericut experience is essential

  • Strong capability in interpreting and working from 2D/3D engineering drawings and CAD models

  • Hands-on experience in producing pattern work for composite tooling applications

  • Previous experience in motorsport, aerospace, or automotive engineering environments

  • Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work independently to tight deadlines

Working Hours

  • 40 hours per week

  • Flexible start and finish times between 07:00 and 19:00

  • Night shift also available

Salary & Benefits

  • £20 - £30 per hour, dependent on experience

  • Permanent, full-time position with opportunities for progression

  • Work within a high-performance, technology-driven engineering environment

  • Access to the latest software and CNC machinery

  • Hybrid working options available after initial onboarding and training

If you're an experienced CNC Programmer ready to take on a technically challenging role with a forward-thinking precision engineering company, I'd love to hear from you.

For more information or to apply, please contact me directly at:
jordan.hallgalley@v-hr.com