Robotic Welder Operator

RTX; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Health & wellbeing cash plan

Pension scheme 2:1 up to 10%

Life assurance

25 days vacation + bank holidays + buy

Flexible working

Top up benefits

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is hiring a Robotic Welding Operator in Wolverhampton. The role focuses on operating and improving automated welding cells to support production targets. You will ensure quality through certified programs and maintain daily maintenance and 5S standards.

Candidates with robotics experience and fabrication/welding background will thrive in this role, working closely with the operations team in a fast-paced aerospace setting.

Qualifications

• Experience with robotics preferred.
• Fabrication and welding experience required or preferred.
• Confident communicator with good organizational and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and oversee robotic welding cells using certified programs and techniques (prep, inspection, post-weld cleanup).
• Be first line of communication with operations to hit daily production targets.
• Identify issues that may affect cell running and report to supervisor.
• Identify weld-related issues and notify supervisor.
• Perform daily TPM (Total Productive Maintenance).
• Perform daily 5S and housekeeping in the cell.
• Manage robotic consumables and changes.
• Collaborate with production team to meet objectives.

Skills

Robotics experience

Welding experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Tools

Robotic welding systems

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-10-13

Country:

United Kingdom

Location:

Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Collins Aerospace is looking for a Robotic Welding Operator who will be responsible for operating and improving automated welding operations. If you’re interested in the role as Robotic Welding Operator with Collins Aerospace.

What You Will Do

The expectation of the Robotic Welding Operator is to support the Operations Department and production requirements regarding the function and operation of the robotic welding cells. Primarily this role will involve operation and oversight of the robotic welding cells.

Responsibilities:

• Process and oversee the production of components using certified robotic welding programs and techniques, to include preparation, inspection and post weld clean up.
• Be the first line of communication with operations to achieve daily production targets.
• Identify possible issues that may affect the running of the cell.
• Identify issues that could affect the welds and notify supervisor.
• Carry out Daily TPM
• Carry out daily 5s
• Changing and management of robotic consumables.
• Work as part of the production team.

What we can offer you

• Competitive Salary
• Private Medical Insurance
• Health & Wellbeing Cash Plan
• Fantastic Pension Scheme which operates as a 2:1 match up to 10%
• Life Assurance
• 25 days vacation plus bank holidays plus the ability to buy/sell 5 days per year
• Flexible working
• Employee selectable top up benefits
• And so much more!

What You Will Learn

• : Access to company-paid certifications and training programs, mentorship and guidance from industry leaders, leadership opportunities, spearhead exciting high-impact projects and initiatives. Continuous Learning and Innovative culture, where curiosity is encouraged and supported.
• : Industry specifics/insights, practical/hands-on skills that will be gained, exposure to the latest tools and technologies in the industry.

Education and Experience

• Previous experience working with robotics is preferred.
• Previous experience of fabrication and welding
• Confident communicator to provide feedback, training and tuition.
• Good organizational skills
• Computer skills necessary

Power & Controls:

We make modern flight possible for millions of travellers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!