Model Maker

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 20 April 2026
LOCATION
Grove, Wantage
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Experienced
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Project management skills Attention to detail Mechanical assembly IT packages Interpersonal skills Collaboration Metrology applications

FULL DESCRIPTION

Model Maker

Working within the Aerodynamics department, the individual will work in the Model Shop as part of a highly professional and ambitious team. Manufacturing and testing high quality 60% model scale parts to test in our industry leading Wind Tunnel.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manufacture and test model parts for the wind tunnel
  • Working closely with Model Design/Aero and Aero Test Facilities to achieve project demand
  • Keeping full traceability of all parts on the Model(s) and within the Departments
  • Making sure the pre-fit model is kept in a state of readiness for pre-fitting
  • Work closely with the Aero Design Team to identify areas for improvement that would provide faster model change times whilst maintaining model part quality
  • Raises faults in the Aero faults system so they can be closed in a timely manner
  • Always be open and assist in identifying Improvements within the Aero Production Process
  • To role model behaviours in line with the company policies and procedures, for example; Health & Safety
  • Maintain high standard of staff and department presentation, as appropriate for a showcase facility visited by potential sponsors and other VIPs

Core Skills and Experience:

  • Strong knowledge of standard IT packages (Microsoft etc.)
  • Strong project management skills
  • Ability to take initiative and respond quickly and effectively to problems
  • Flexible approach to working hours at busier times of the year in the car programme
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Competent under pressure
  • Good interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with team members well
  • Preferred previous experience with metrology applications
  • Good knowledge of building mechanical assembly’s

Please note, this role may be expected to complete alternative or additional duties from time to time as required by the needs of the business, at the discretion of the management team.

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