CNC Specialist - Physical Products

Who we are

Helsing is a defence AI company. Our mission is to protect our democracies. We aim to achieve technological leadership, so that open societies can continue to make sovereign decisions and control their ethical standards.

As democracies, we believe we have a special responsibility to be thoughtful about the development and deployment of powerful technologies like AI. We take this responsibility seriously.

We are an ambitious and committed team of engineers, AI specialists and customer-facing programme managers. We are looking for mission-driven people to join our European teams – and apply their skills to solve the most complex and impactful problems. We embrace an open and transparent culture that welcomes healthy debates on the use of technology in defence, its benefits, and its ethical implications.

As an CNC Specialist you are a skilled and detail-oriented CNC Turner and Miller to join our R&D maritime team. You are proficient in operating and setting up CNC lathes and milling machines to produce precision components according to technical drawings or CAD files and specifications. You are responsible for carrying out the CAM and manufacturing stages. You will work in close collaboration with mechatronics engineers and test field engineers.

Your role will be crucial in enabling the team to rapidly produce prototypes and validate iterations, directly supporting our mission to provide advanced defence capabilities.

• Create machining programs with CAM software from CAD files or drawings
• Ensure the maintenance and documentation of the machine park and the renewal of tools
• Ensure the supply of raw materials
• Participate in prototype assembly
• Participate in R&D team meetings
• Participate in the development of safety rules and their enforcement
• Supervise other machinists

• Have a proven experience as a CNC Turner and CNC Miller with a strong emphasis on producing small series and prototypes within an R&D environment with tight turnaround of parts and understanding requirements for research and development projects.
• Have ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics with a focus on understanding requirements for research and development projects.
• Are proficient with CNC programming (e.g., G-code, Mazatrol, Fanuc) and experience with CAM software for prototype development.
• Have experience with precision measuring instruments.
• Have a strong understanding of machining processes, materials, and tooling, with the ability to adapt to new materials and techniques for experimental parts.
• Have an excellent attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to troubleshoot and iterate on designs quickly in a prototyping context.
• Are able to work independently or as part of a team, collaborating effectively with R&D engineers and designers.
• Basic mathematical skills, including geometry and trigonometry, are beneficial.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or apprenticeship is preferred.
• Familiarity with CAD software for viewing and potentially modifying designs is a plus.
• Experience with machine maintenance and tool management to ensure minimal downtime during critical R&D phases.

Note:

We operate in an industry where women, as well as other minority groups, are systematically under-represented. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all the listed qualifications; ability and impact cannot be summarised in a few bullet points.

• Experience or familiarity with marine-grade materials (e.g., specific stainless steels, marine-grade aluminum alloys, bronze, titanium) and their machinability.
• Understanding of the challenges posed by marine environments, such as corrosion resistance and saltwater exposure, and how material selection and machining processes can address these.
• Experience with multi-axis CNC machining (4, or 5-axis).
• Experience with rapid prototyping for marine applications.
• Experience with water jet cutter machines.

• Helsing’s work is important. You’ll be directly contributing to the protection of democratic countries while balancing…