CTF Operator

Job Description

CTF Operator

Full Time

Bristol

Why join Rolls‑Royce?

At Rolls‑Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

By joining Rolls‑Royce, you’ll have the opportunity to work on world‑class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high‑performance culture.

We have an exciting opportunity for a number of Operators to join our Composite Technology Facility team in Bristol, where we deliver the composite fan system (blades and containment case) capability for the Ultrafan program upon which future civil gas turbine products will depend.

As an Operator you will be operating Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) (CNC controlled equipment where machines run to set parameters that cannot be changed by operator).

Responsibilities also consist of composite laminating, composite moulding, kit cutting, autoclaves & ovens running, pre‑programmed geometric inspection equipment, assembly support, use of hand tools, transportation equipment (master movers, cranes etc.), data capture.

At Rolls‑Royce, we look beyond tomorrow. We continually pioneer integrated power and propulsion solutions to deliver cleaner, safer and more competitive power.

• Working to technical instructions and drawings and supporting the manufacturing engineering function in continuous improvements.
• Use of basic inspection tools and change parameters where required.
• Assist with investigations into operating and process issues.
• Support senior team members with data collection and continuous improvement projects.
• Ensure awareness and compliance with all general health and safety and quality assurance.
• Provide process information to other colleagues to minimise disruption and reduce non‑conformance. This should ensure right first‑time approach and continuation of production.

• Experienced in the operating of Automated Fiber Placement machines (AFP)
• Experience in pre‑preg composite laminating
• Experience of working to detailed drawings and ability to follow technical instructions
• Skilled across manufacturing processes
• Ability to work shifts to suit business demand which may include rotating shifts

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi‑year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls‑Royce into a high‑performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls‑Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non‑discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

Closing date: 17th June 2026