Bushing Machinist

Safran; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in aviation is seeking a skilled individual for precision machining in Gloucester. You'll be responsible for setting up tools and operations on manual lathes while reading technical manuals and drawings. Candidates should have an Engineering Apprenticeship, great communication, and mathematical skills, and be able to work shifts. The role offers extensive benefits including a pension scheme and flexible working options.

Benefits

Early finish on Fridays

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Onsite parking with EV chargers

Subsidised restaurant

Qualifications

• Experience in conventional lathe turning and honing.
• Ability to work shift rotations comprising Days, Lates, Nights, and Weekends.
• Involvement in continuous improvement activities.

Responsibilities

• Set up and secure cutting tools on manual centre lathes.
• Read component maintenance manuals and complex drawings.
• Fit bushings into aircraft parts using various techniques.

Skills

Conventional lathe turning and honing

Excellent communication skills

Good computer skills

Good mathematical skills

Team working ethics

Self-managing and reliable

Good problem solving skills

Education

Engineering Apprenticeship or similar

Job description

We are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets. Our expertise covers the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end: design, manufacturing, maintenance and repair. We're at the forefront of aerospace technology, creating safer, more sustainable aviation for the next generation of aerospace. It's easy to take flying for granted, or forget the incredible amount of technical skills, capability and co‑ordination required to create an aircraft. At Safran, we never take it for granted. Our people's talents and skills come together to make the feat of flying possible. Here, you can create an impact you're proud of, where you're rewarded for your dedication and willingness to learn.

What will I be doing?

• Set up and secure cutting tools on various manual centre lathes and machine bushings of various materials to required sizes
• Use a wide and varied range of precision measuring equipment
• Read component maintenance manuals (CMM's), complex drawings and engineering layout information, in order to determine methods and sequences of operations, needed to complete repairs of parts within specified dimensions and tolerances
• Fit bushings into aircraft parts using various fitting techniques in accordance with CMMs, WP's and Process control specifications
• Ability to be able to work as part of a team and be able to work alone effectively – actively participate in daily problem solving and continuous improvements events

Skills & Requirements

• Engineering Apprenticeship or similar ideally gained in the aerospace or automotive sector (preferred, but not essential)
• Experience in conventional lathe turning and honing
• Excellent communication skills
• Good computer skills
• Good mathematical skills
• Team working ethics
• Self-managing and reliable
• Good problem solving skills
• Involvement in continuous improvement activities to reduce shop processing times and manufacturing hours
• Ability to work shift rotations comprising of Days, Lates, Nights and when required Weekends

About Safran Landing Systems

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems. Its expertise covers the entire life cycle of its products, from design and manufacturing to maintenance and repair. The company has partnerships with more than 25 aircrafters in civil, regional, commercial and military transport, supporting more than 35,000 aircraft and making over 100,000 landings every day.

Safran is an international high‑technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.

We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage you to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experiences relevant to the requirements of this role. We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum requirements regardless of their age, identity or background.

Please apply by uploading a CV, and if your experience matches what we're looking for, one of our recruitment team will give you a call. Offers of employment will be subject to a relevant level of company security vetting, which may include a criminal record check.

Benefits

• Earlier finish on a Friday to give you time to recharge
• 25 days of holiday plus UK Bank Holidays; options to buy or sell days to fit your needs
• Generous pension scheme with up to 8% matched contributions and life assurance at 4x your salary
• Onsite parking, including EV chargers; a subsidised restaurant; bicycle storage; shower facilities
• Wide range of flexible benefits and working options (role‑dependent); enhanced maternity and family‑friendly benefits

Join Safran and discover what we could achieve, together.

You'll have opportunities to learn and progress, with investment being made on site. Looking after the people who make Safran great is a priority for us.