CEA is an Australian Commonwealth company that designs, develops, manufactures and sustains advanced active phased array radar systems. The company’s design principles and commitment to investment in research and development ensures innovative thinking, technological skill, and quality fabrication. Our programs include the ANZAC and Hunter Class frigates and air defence applications for Army and Air Force, and Range applications.

Through our longstanding and ongoing collaboration with Defence, CEA Technologies has undertaken research and development into all aspects of active electronically scanned array technologies. This has resulted in the creation of a highly modular and scalable product suite, which have become integral to a wide range of critical Defence capabilities.

The Position

To produce machined parts by setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine, as well as maintaining quality and safety standards, keeping records and maintaining equipment and supplies.

Key Responsibilities:

- Operating within CEA’s quality standards in the Production area.
- Ensure Quality Management System obligations are met and ensure the development and maintenance of a robust quality culture to meet and exceed customer requirements.
- Editing Toolpaths using CADCAM Software and editing programmes as required.
- Setting up CNC Machining mechanical components in accordance with drawings and Set Up Sheets.
- Prepare and load raw materials and parts to machines.
- Supervise the machines while they execute the tasks and make any necessary adjustments.
- Inspect and measure finished products and compare them with requirements.
- Check and maintain machinery daily to ensure functionality.

Benefits:

- Six weeks of paid annual leave per year
- Generous superannuation of 14.0%




- Paid Parental, Compassionate, Defence Reserve & Voluntary Emergency Services leave
- Salary Packaging
- Opportunities for Professional Growth and Development

Our Ideal Candidate:

- Must be eligible to successfully apply and maintain a Baseline AGSVA clearance. A requirement of this clearance is to be an Australian Citizen.
- CNC Machinist with a minimum of 2 year post trade Computer Numerical Control (CNC) experience or completion of Cert IV Engineering CNC.
- Meticulous attention to detail, ability to maintain focus and sound hand/eye coordination skills.
- Competent in use of Manual Machining, CNC Machining, Fitting and Fabrication and precision Measuring tools, hand tools at an advanced level.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical documents and drawings.
- Eligible to obtain and maintain an AGSVA clearance – Baseline

To find out more about our Citizenship and Nationality requirements, please visit

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at CEA

CEA is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to create a culture where all employees are respected and empowered to contribute positively to our organisation, regardless of their cultural background, age, gender identity, neurodiversity, disability, family and carer commitments, religion or sexuality. We welcome applications from veterans, those returning from a career break, people with disabilities and those who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.

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Should you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know. You can also email ***********@cea.com.au for a confidential discussion.

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📌 CNC Machinist - Operator Setter (City of Kingston)
🏢 CEA Technologies
📍 City of Kingston