Skilled Sheet Metal Worker

Overview

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

• Interpret detailed engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Assemble and test products throughout various stages of manufacturing, including air‑under‑water and safety proof tests.
• Support process improvement initiatives such as 5S, TPM, and quality clinics.
• Maintain material traceability and meet strict quality control standards.
• Fabricate and finish aluminium and steel components, ensuring thorough welding, testing, and inspection.

• Read and interpret engineering drawings and assembly guidelines with precision.
• Collaborate with team members to meet project goals and deadlines.
• Support continuous improvement activities (5S, TPM, turnbacks, and clinics).
• Maintain traceability of materials and adhere to rigorous quality control standards.
• Pursue ongoing training, including welding certification requirements.
• Keep the workspace clean, organized, and compliant with company standards.
• Follow all Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) requirements.

• Morning: 6:00AM–1:45PM (Monday–Thursday) and 6:00AM–12:00PM (Friday).
• Afternoon: 2:00PM–10:00PM (Monday–Thursday) and 12:15PM–5:15PM (Friday).
• Possibility of moving to night shifts; ample notice will be provided if required.

Professional development through company‑paid certifications and training programs, mentorship from industry leaders, leadership opportunities, and exposure to cutting‑edge tools and technologies.

• Exposure to industry‑specific insights and practical, hands‑on skills.
• Experience in aerospace, motor sport, or similar industries is advantageous.

This role may involve access to export‑controlled information and hardware. An export license may be required. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory security checks, export license approval, and completion of a non‑disclosure agreement if applicable.

• NVQ Level3 or equivalent vocational qualification in fabrication, sheet metal work, mechanical, or engineering (equivalent experience considered).
• Proficiency with precision tools such as Vernier calipers, digital calipers, or measuring gauges.
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving abilities.
• Demonstrated experience in hand fabrication and sheet metal work.
• Ability to meet high tolerance standards (e.g., to a thousandth of an inch).
• Experience in aerospace, motor sport, or similar industries is advantageous.

• 25 days of annual leave plus 9 public holidays.
• 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 and wellness programs.
• Employee recognition schemes.
• Referral bonus program.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Death‑in‑service benefit.
• Generous employer‑contribution pension scheme.

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.