Apprentice-Trained Precision Machinist (Aerospace) - Onsite

Moog; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Moog Aircraft Group is seeking an apprentice-trained, experienced Machine Shop Operator at our Wolverhampton facility. You will set up and operate honing and lapping equipment, perform first-off inspections, and document quality measures to ensure tight aerospace tolerances.

The role requires proficiency with high-accuracy measurement tools, reading complex drawings, and a proven background in a machine shop environment.

Qualifications

• Recognised apprenticeship in engineering or manufacturing.
• Experience in an engineering/manufacturing role, ideally aerospace.
• Strong knowledge of machining techniques and tooling.
• High-accuracy measurement instruments and surface finish comparators.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust and operate manual honing/lapping stations and Auto-honing/Auto-lapping equipment.
• Perform first-off inspections and complete quality documentation.
• Measure finished parts using precision tools like air gauges, bore micrometers and roundness check machines.
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings and technical specifications.

Skills

Manual machining

Precision measurement

Reading drawings

Quality documentation

Attention to detail

Education

Recognised engineering apprenticeship

Tools

Air gauges

Bore micrometers

Roundness check machines

Machine tools

Job description

Moog Aircraft Group is seeking an apprentice-trained, experienced Machine Shop Operator at our Wolverhampton facility. You will set up and operate honing and lapping equipment, perform first-off inspections, and document quality measures to ensure tight aerospace tolerances.

The role requires proficiency with high-accuracy measurement tools, reading complex drawings, and a proven background in a machine shop environment.