Assembly Technician

RTX; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

20% shift allowance

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work

Employee discounts

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Leighton Buzzard is seeking an Assembly Technician to manufacture aerospace interior components in a low batch high mix setting.

You will join a small dynamic team, reading engineering drawings, maintaining traceability, and applying tools and adhesives to assemble parts, with opportunities for lean improvements and a generous benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in precision machining and quality control.
• Proficient with power/hand and mechanical tools.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components using hand tools, powered equipment, and aerospace adhesives.
• Work with alloys, steels, plastics, fabrics, and leathers.
• Read aerospace standard drawings and manufacturing docs.
• Maintain traceability of all components and assemblies.
• Package finished goods for road, sea, and air transport.
• Follow all health and safety policies.
• Maintain a safe working environment with proper duty of care.

Skills

Precision machining

Tool usage

Engineering drawings

Attention to detail

EH&S awareness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Opportunity: Assembly Technician

Location: Leighton Buzzard

Company: Collins Aerospace

Shift: Late shift

Are You Ready to Shape the Future of Aircraft Interior Components?

We’re looking for a Assembly Technician to join our team and play a key role in the production of high-quality aircraft interior components. If you have a strong background in Manufacturing & machining, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for continuous improvement, we want you to be part of our innovative and growing company.

In this hands‑on role, you will be responsible for the manufacturing of a wide variety of aircraft interiors products within a low batch high mix manufacturing environment. The role will be working within a small dynamic team responsible for the assembly of spares components to meet required quality standards and satisfy customer demand in a busy Aerospace manufacturing facility. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are eager to contribute to a team that’s dedicated to excellence, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Working with a wide range of productions methods using, hand tools, motorised equipment, aerospace standard solvents and adhesives and application of various fasteners for the assembly of a wide variety of components.
• Experienced in working with a wide range of materials such as (but not limited to) alloys, steels, plastics, fabrics and leathers.
• Able to read and understand aerospace standard drawings and relevant engineering documentation used to ensure manufacturing adherence is maintained.
• Maintain the traceability of all components and assembled parts.
• Packaging of finished goods in line with industry standards for road, sea and air cargo.
• Understands and fully complies with all company health and safety policies.
• Always demonstrates a good duty of care and maintaining a safe working environment.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Precision and Quality Focus: Expertise in machine tooling, inspection, and a keen eye for producing components to exacting standards.
• Must be able to demonstrate a high skill set in the use of a variety of power/hand and mechanical tools.
• Engineering Drawings: Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and data.
• Attention to Detail: High standards for precision and accuracy in machining and quality control.
• EH&S Awareness: Understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements in a manufacturing setting.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Aerospace manufacturing experience
• Lean Manufacturing: Familiarity with lean manufacturing techniques to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Microsoft Office: Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools to document and report on performance.
• Process Improvement: Experience in leading or supporting process improvement projects.

Why Join Us?

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.

What We Offer:

• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• 20% Shift Allowance
• Fantastic Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal support
• Cycle to Work Scheme and other employee discounts
• Working Hours (39 hours per week):
  • Mon‑Thurs: 15.00 – 00.00
  • Fri: 12.00 – 17.00

Are You Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re a highly skilled CNC machinist with a passion for precision, quality, and continuous improvement, we encourage you to take the next step in your career with Collins Aerospace.

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