Precision Fabrication Technician - Aerospace Standards

Prattwhitney; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Leighton Buzzard is seeking a Fabrication Specialist to deliver high‑quality components per exacting drawings and specifications. You will operate and set up press brakes, Trumpf CNC punch, welding machines and finishing operations, while upholding safety, quality and efficiency standards.

The role requires a strong background in high‑precision fabrication, GD&T and aerospace standards, with the ability to work independently or in a team and mentor others on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience operating fabrication equipment in a high-precision environment.
• Solid understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T and tolerances.
• Excellent problem-solving with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of aerospace industry standards is highly desirable.
• Able to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong commitment to EH&S and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate fabrication equipment (press brakes, CNC punch, welding) per drawings and specs.
• Set up and adjust tooling and equipment to optimise quality.
• Be the primary focal point for the fabrication cell and maintain excellence.
• Execute day plan, coordinate resources, remove bottlenecks, ensure flow.
• Resolve floor issues promptly, escalate to supervisor when needed.
• Mentor operators and promote best practices on the floor.
• Deputise for supervisor when absent; participate in planning/quality meetings.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to meet goals and safety protocols.
• Drive continuous improvement to optimise processes and efficiency.
• Monitor and report KPIs aligned with organisational objectives.

Skills

Fabrication equipment operation

GD&T

Problem solving

Aerospace standards

Teamwork

EH&S & quality

Education

Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in fabrication or mechanical engineering

Job description

Collins Aerospace in Leighton Buzzard is seeking a Fabrication Specialist to deliver high‑quality components per exacting drawings and specifications. You will operate and set up press brakes, Trumpf CNC punch, welding machines and finishing operations, while upholding safety, quality and efficiency standards.

The role requires a strong background in high‑precision fabrication, GD&T and aerospace standards, with the ability to work independently or in a team and mentor others on the shop floor.