CNC 5-Axis Machinist – On-Site Aerospace Components

rollsroyce; West of England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Employee support assistance

Employee discounts

Career development programmes

Job summary

Rolls-Royce Bristol is seeking a CNC 5-Axis Machinist to join the LiftWorks manufacturing team on-site. You will set and operate CNC milling machines to produce lift fan components for aerospace applications, maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and precision.

This full-time, shift-based role involves working on-site five days a week and offers development opportunities within a global engineering leader.

Qualifications

• Completed a recognised engineering apprenticeship, with an NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Previous experience setting and operating CNC milling machines, including loading programmes, preparing tooling and managing machining cycles.
• The 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.
• A 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

Reading drawings

CAD/CAM familiarity

Fanuc controls

Tooling setup

Safety & quality

Education

Engineering apprenticeship with NVQ Level 3

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Job description

Rolls-Royce Bristol is seeking a CNC 5-Axis Machinist to join the LiftWorks manufacturing team on-site. You will set and operate CNC milling machines to produce lift fan components for aerospace applications, maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and precision.

This full-time, shift-based role involves working on-site five days a week and offers development opportunities within a global engineering leader.