Machining

Position:
Machining 4

Location:

Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire

Type:
Onsite

Hours:

Late Shift - 39 hours per week,  Mon-Thurs,  Fri

Are You Ready to Shape the Future of Aircraft Interior Components? At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point

B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors.

Are you ready to join our team?

The Machining 4 role is a skilled specialist responsible for advanced CNC machining operations, including machine set‑up, programming (G&M code/Fanuc), and process optimisation across 3- and 5‑axis equipment. Operating under moderate supervision, the role requires a high level of autonomy to plan and execute daily activities, troubleshoot machining issues in real time, and ensure the production of high‑quality aerospace components. The role contributes directly to aftermarket production within the Service & Specialty Products (S&SP) business, supporting on‑time delivery and customer satisfaction.

The position also plays a key role in continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and mentoring, supporting team capability and operational performance.

• Perform Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) to ensure machine readiness, reliability and longevity.
• Review and prioritise work orders in line with the production plan, validate technical documentation, drawings, and specifications to assist.
• Conduct detailed machine set‑ups and operate CNC Machinery (3 and 5 axis) in accordance with standard procedures to produce precision aerospace components.
• Monitor production runs, ensuring adherence to quality and process standards.
• Diagnose and resolve machining issues in real time (tooling, programming, or process‑related).
• Maintain compliance with EH&S, FOD, and 5S standards.
• Actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and process optimisation.

• Recognised CNC/NC qualification or good experience in CNC machining within a precision engineering environment.
• Strong experience with 3- and 5-axis CNC milling and/or turning.
• Advanced understanding of Fanuc control systems and G&M code programming.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proficient in the use of inspection and measurement equipment.

• Aerospace industry experience is desirable.
• Focus on H&S.
• Process Improvement:
  Experience supporting process improvement projects.
• Strong communication skills.

At Collins Aerospace, we believe in empowering our people to make a real difference. You’ll be part of a supportive, innovative team where your contributions are valued, and your career growth is encouraged. With excellent benefits, a flexible working environment, and the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge aircraft interior components, this is the perfect chance to take your machining career to the next level.

• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Fantastic Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal support
• Cycle to Work Scheme and other employee discounts

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other – propel us all higher, again and again.

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.