Skilled Machinist

Carbon60; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation engineering company in Hayes, UK is seeking a skilled Machinist to manufacture, repair, and modify aircraft components. You'll operate manual and CNC machines while ensuring compliance with aviation standards. The role requires strong machining expertise and teamwork. Competitive salary up to £34,000 plus allowances is offered, along with opportunities for training and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Training and development opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Machinist in aerospace or precision engineering.
• Understanding of machining processes and materials.
• Ability to work from engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC and manual machines to produce aircraft components.
• Inspect parts to ensure compliance with aviation standards.
• Collaborate with teams to solve technical challenges.

Skills

Machining processes

Technical drawing interpretation

Precision measuring tools

Education

Time-served engineering apprenticeship or equivalent

CNC programming certification

Tools

CNC machines

Manual machines (lathes, mills, grinders)

Job description

Join Our Team: Machinist - Aviation Engineering | Hayes, UK

Are you a skilled Machinist with a passion for precision and a background in aerospace or high-spec engineering? We're looking for a dedicated professional to join our dynamic team in Hayes, supporting world-class aviation maintenance and engineering operations.

🔧 About the Role:

As a Machinist, you'll play a critical role in the manufacture, repair, and modification of aircraft components. Working to tight tolerances and exacting standards, you'll ensure our parts meet the highest levels of safety, quality, and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate manual and CNC machines (e.g. lathes, mills, grinders) to produce and refurbish aircraft components.
• Experience operating horizontal and vertical borers - ideal.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, engineering instructions, and specifications.
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring tools to ensure compliance with aviation standards.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed and adhere to all safety and quality procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve technical challenges.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience as a Machinist in an aerospace, automotive, or precision engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of machining processes, materials, and tooling.
• Ability to work from engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with aviation standards and regulatory requirements (e.g. EASA, CAA) is a plus.
• A proactive, safety-conscious mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Up to £34,000 base salary with shift allowance on top.

Qualifications:

• Time-served engineering apprenticeship or equivalent vocational training.
• Additional certifications in CNC programming or aviation maintenance are advantageous.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a globally recognised aviation engineering company.
• Work in a collaborative, high-performance environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for training, development, and career progression.

Please contact Becky Coxon on to apply.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.