Assembler Tester - AM

Moog Inc.; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Glassdoor Best Places to Work

Flexible benefits

33 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Onsite gym

Pension

Job summary

Moog Inc. in Tewkesbury, UK, is seeking a motivated Aerospace Assembler & Tester to join our Manufacturing Operations team.

This role involves assembling, disassembling, testing, and supporting the manufacture of valves, manifolds, and actuators in a high-precision aerospace environment. You will follow approved engineering drawings and procedures, maintain quality records, and contribute to Lean Manufacturing initiatives such as 5S and Kaizen.

Qualifications

• Good standard of secondary education.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Positive attitude towards continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing.
• Good communication skills.
• Reliable attendance and excellent timekeeping.
• Flexible approach to work and shift patterns.
• Desirable: aerospace/assembly experience; reading drawings; Lean 5S knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and disassemble aerospace components and assemblies.
• Clean parts before assembly.
• Perform flow-matching operations using AMP stands as required.
• Carry out wire-locking, labeling, and finishing activities.
• Follow approved engineering documentation, drawings, work instructions, and manufacturing procedures.
• Accurately complete production records, operation sheets, and travellers.
• Inspect your own work in accordance with quality standards and audit requirements.
• Use a variety of hand tools, gauges, and measuring equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
• Support engineering teams, colleagues, and customers where appropriate.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing activities, including 5S and Kaizen initiatives.

Skills

Independent work

Team player

Attention to detail

Quality focus

Lean Manufacturing

Communication skills

Timekeeping

Flexibility

Education

Secondary education

Tools

Hand tools usage

Measuring equipment

Technical drawings reading

Job description

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title

Assembler Tester - AM

Reporting To

Portfolio Manager

Work Schedule

Onsite – Tewkesbury, GBR

We are looking for a motivated Aerospace Assembler & Tester to join our Manufacturing Operations team in Tewkesbury. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a high-precision aerospace environment, assembling, disassembling, testing, and supporting the manufacture of critical aerospace components including valves, manifolds, and actuators.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out a range of assembly and testing activities while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and productivity.

Why Join Us

As we celebrate 75 years of innovation and excellence, we’re proud to continue building the future of aerospace — and we’re looking for exceptional talent to join us on the journey. As a generational company, we invest in people for the future - we build careers that last decades, with a vision to welcome not only you, but future generations of your family.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and disassemble aerospace components and assemblies.
• Clean new and aftermarket parts and products in preparation for assembly.
• Perform flow-matching operations using AMP stands as required.
• Carry out wire-locking, labelling, and finishing activities.
• Follow approved engineering documentation, drawings, work instructions, and manufacturing procedures.
• Accurately complete production records, operation sheets, and travellers.
• Inspect your own work in accordance with quality standards and audit requirements.
• Use a variety of hand tools, gauges, and measuring equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
• Support engineering teams, colleagues, and customers where appropriate.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing activities, including 5S and Kaizen initiatives.

What We're Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

• Good standard of secondary education.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Positive attitude towards continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing.
• Good communication skills.
• Reliable attendance and excellent timekeeping.
• Flexible approach to work and shift patterns.

Desirable

• Previous assembly, manufacturing, aerospace, engineering, or production experience.
• Experience using hand tools, measuring equipment, and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, including 5S.
• Experience working within a regulated or quality-controlled environment.
• Key Performance Expectations
• Work to established productivity and standard-time targets.
• Maintain compliance with all quality standards and procedures.
• Adhere to health and safety requirements at all times.
• Complete required training and quality audits.
• Demonstrate flexibility across Assembly & Test areas in line with business needs.

You Will Be

• Flexible to work across different Assembly & Test areas.
• Willing to support overtime requirements when business needs demand.
• Comfortable performing repetitive batch work when required.
• Able to adapt to changing priorities and production schedules.
• Committed to supporting the development of new team members.

If you are a detail-oriented individual with a passion for manufacturing and aerospace engineering, we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Moog Named to Glassdoor’s 2026 Best Places to Work
• Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance, mental health support and financial advice
• Onsite 24/7 state-of-the-art Gym
• Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%)
• Employee share options, EV charging

You Matter at Moog – Our Mission and Vision

At Moog, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We strive to empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating our differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.