CNC Machinist

Be part of the QinetiQ journey. Join us as a CNC Machinist where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and many of the industry's most brilliant minds. The enthusiastic and positive CNC machinist will join our high-performing team carrying out machining and sectioning of explosive materials, associated rigs and equipment., As a CNC Machinist, you will use a wide range of machines in specialist facilities that will provide an excellent opportunity to develop new skills and support a critical sovereign capability in test & evaluation of defence munitions. Day-to-day, you will carry out an extensive range of explosive machining operations in the manufacture and development of production and trials components. You'll provide expert knowledge of equipment, techniques and materials. You will also:

• Deliver the production of high-precision explosive test samples and components to meet the required specifications. This will be supported by liaision with engineers and tooling suppliers to improve tooling methods and designs
• Be technically proficient and safely operate in the set-up and running of the remotely operated CNC machine tools
• Proactively provide training and supervision to develop other team members and apprentices, within your agreed competencies and identifying opportunities for training
• Maintain and promote high personal standards in health and safety, security, quality and being a team player
• Participate in task review planning activities and route card generation where required
• Carry out activities in line with the business promoting the 6S method: Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain and Safety; by identifying obstacles to success and taking ownership to find solutions to those problems
This role is a full-time position based at our Fort Halstead site 5 days per week; however, there will be the need to travel to Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea occasionally.


• Proficient in programming of two more of the operating systems used in the Sectioning & Machining facilities;
• Detailed knowledge and experience of Sectioning and machining of Energetic materials
• Detailed knowledge and experience of environmental engineering
• Competent in reading engineering drawings/cutting plans and confident in challenging designs based on knowledge and requirements, Completed an apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering or a minimum of three A levels, one of which must be a relevant engineering discipline, or a Level 3 NVQ in Mechanical Engineering
Please note that all applicants must hold, or be able to achieve Security Clearance as a minimum.

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there's never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges. You'll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experience enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you'll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. About QinetiQ As a company of thousands of dedicated professionals, we are a world-centre of excellence in research and development and act as a catalyst for fast-track innovation, offering outstanding experimentation facilities, and technical, engineering and scientific expertise. QinetiQ is made up of dedicated experts in defence, aerospace, security and related markets, all working together to explore new ways of protecting what matters most. Being part of QinetiQ means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help to save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend. Come and find out how you can play a role. Security Please note that many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting. Applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment, subject to approval. A number of roles are also subject to restrictions on access to information, which mean factors such as nationality, previous nationalities held and the country in which you were born may affect the roles that you can be employed in.


• Adaptive and flexible working
• Generous holiday allowance
• Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance, and Dental Insurance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Employee discount portal
• Holiday Trading
• Support for the Armed Forces community
• Payroll Giving and Volunteering
Our volunteering programme enables our people to use their professional skills to make a positive difference in our local communities, for example STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) ambassador days in schools. We support a number of charities that are important to our people, including those which help the defence community.