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Skilled Machinist
full-timeUnited Kingdom

Summary

Location

United Kingdom

Type

full-time

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About this role

Date Posted:

2026-01-22

Country:

United Kingdom

Location:

GB-WLV-WOLVERHAMPTON-001 ~ Wobaston Rd ~ HS MARSTON AERO

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Our solutions support the modern flight experience for millions of travellers and military personnel worldwide. With products on nearly every aircraft in the sky—ranging from emergency power generation systems to advanced cabin pressure controls and quieter engines—our Power & Controls division is shaping the future of aviation.

We value innovative thinking and are committed to integrity, performance, and customer satisfaction.

What You Will Do

  • Day to day running of 5 axis machine centre (Doosan, Mazak & Matsuura) 

  • The machining of complex aluminium and stainless fabrications 

  • Aid the setting up and proving out of programs with Engineers 

  • Support and manage the machine tooling to best achieve drawing tolerances 

  • Carry out dimensional checks using the designated tools as defined by each program and Op sheet 

  • Set up and run programs in accordance with the Op sheets and Program specifications 

  • Escalate any issues, errors or concerns immediately to the Line Manager 

  • Any other duties as required by your line manager 

  • Support CORE and keep up excellent housekeeping practices 

Shifts:
This role requires flexibility to work in rotating shifts:

  • Morning: 6:00 AM–1:45 PM (Monday–Thursday) and 6:00 AM–12:00 PM (Friday).

  • Afternoon: 2:00 PM–10:00 PM (Monday–Thursday) and 12:15 PM–5:15 PM (Friday).

There may be a possibility of moving to night shifts. Ample notice will be provided if required.

Experience We Prefer:

  • Recognized engineering apprenticeship e.g. City & Guilds/ BTEC Level 3 or equivalent 

  • Good level of numeracy and literacy 

  • Good level of IT skills 

Skills & Certifications:

  • Setting & operating Various machine centre’s 

  • Vertical 5 axis machine centres – Doosan, Matsuura & Mazak would be ideal 

  • Mazak Intergrex (Tilting ‘B’ Axis) experience 

  • Aerospace or Oil & Gas background favourable 

  • Self-Inspection 

  • Various measuring/ inspection techniques 

  • PC Dmis knowledge advantageous – CMM operating  

  • Knowledge of machining Aluminium & Stainless fabrications 

  • Understanding of adaptive machining – Renishaw probing essential    

What We Offer:

  • 25 days of annual leave, plus 8 public holidays.

  • 4.5 Day Working Week

  • Competitive compensation package.

  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

  • Support for professional fees.

  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including a healthcare cash plan.

  • Employee discounts.

  • Work/life balance programs.

  • Wellness programs.

  • Employee recognition schemes.

  • Referral bonus program.

  • Free on-site parking.

  • Death-in-service benefit.

  • Generous employer-contribution pension scheme.

Power & Controls Division:
We make modern flight possible for millions of travellers and military personnel every second. Our products are on virtually every aircraft flying today. From ensuring safety with emergency power generation systems to creating a positive in-flight experience with reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, we focus on delivering exceptional value to our customers.

Onsite Work:
This role requires onsite work, which includes all production and maintenance employees critical to the development of our products.

Ready to Take Flight?
At Collins Aerospace, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibilities. The bonds we form—with our customers and each other—propel us to reach new heights. Apply now and join a team that’s redefining aerospace every day.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.  

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Tech stack
Machining,5 Axis Machine Centre,Aluminium Fabrication,Stainless Steel Fabrication,Setting Up Programs,Dimensional Checks,Machine Tooling,Self-Inspection,CMM Operating,Adaptive Machining,Renishaw Probing,Numeracy,Literacy,IT Skills,Aerospace Background,Oil & Gas Background

About RTX

RTX is comprised of three market-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – working as one to answer the biggest questions and solve the hardest problems in aerospace and defense.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

What you'll do

  • The skilled machinist will be responsible for the day-to-day running of 5-axis machine centers and machining complex aluminum and stainless fabrications. They will also aid in setting up and proving out programs, manage machine tooling, and carry out dimensional checks.

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What does a Skilled Machinist do at RTX?

As a Skilled Machinist at RTX, you will: the skilled machinist will be responsible for the day-to-day running of 5-axis machine centers and machining complex aluminum and stainless fabrications. They will also aid in setting up and proving out programs, manage machine tooling, and carry out dimensional checks..

Why join RTX as a Skilled Machinist?

RTX is a leading Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing company.

Is the Skilled Machinist position at RTX remote?

The Skilled Machinist position at RTX is based in United Kingdom, United Kingdom. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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