CNC 5-Axis Machinist - Aerospace On-Site in Bristol

Rolls-Royce Corporation; Bradley Stoke; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Employee support assistance

Employee discounts

Career development programmes

Job summary

Rolls-Royce Defence Manufacturing Facility in Bristol is seeking a CNC 5-Axis Machinist to set and operate CNC milling machines, producing lift fan components for the Joint Strike Fighter Engine Module. This on-site role is based in Bristol, with five days per week on-site and shift work, reporting to the Production Leader.

Joining the LiftWorks manufacturing team, you will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives while upholding the highest standards of safety, quality and precision in

Qualifications

• Completed a recognised engineering apprenticeship, with an NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Experience setting and operating CNC milling machines, including loading programmes, preparing tooling and managing machining cycles.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and manufacturing instructions.
• Strong mechanical and technical skills, with an understanding of CAD/CAM technology.
• Experience with Fanuc control systems would be advantageous.
• Good mathematical, problem-solving and attention-to-detail skills, with the ability to identify and resolve machining or quality issues.
• Strong awareness of health, safety and environmental requirements, alongside a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Setting and operating CNC milling machines, including preparing tooling, loading programmes and adjusting machining parameters to meet engineering specifications.
• Preparing and securing components, fixtures and cutting tools in accordance with manufacturing instructions, technical specifications and quality standards.
• Inspecting finished components using appropriate measuring equipment to ensure compliance with engineering drawings and quality requirements.
• Maintaining machinery, tooling and equipment through routine checks, preventative maintenance and troubleshooting to minimise downtime.
• Completing relevant production, quality and maintenance documentation accurately and in accordance with established procedures.
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement, supporting initiatives to enhance machining efficiency, product quality and operational performance.

Skills

CNC milling

Engineering drawings

CAD/CAM

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Health & safety

Continuous improvement

Education

NVQ Level 3 (engineering)

Engineering apprenticeship

Tools

Fanuc control

G-code programming

Job description

Rolls-Royce Defence Manufacturing Facility in Bristol is seeking a CNC 5-Axis Machinist to set and operate CNC milling machines, producing lift fan components for the Joint Strike Fighter Engine Module. This on-site role is based in Bristol, with five days per week on-site and shift work, reporting to the Production Leader.

Joining the LiftWorks manufacturing team, you will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives while upholding the highest standards of safety, quality and precision in