Skilled Operator

Raytheon Systems; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading aerospace company as a Skilled Operator, where you'll play a crucial role in assembling heat exchangers. This hands-on position requires precision and collaboration within a dynamic team. You will have opportunities for professional growth, a competitive salary, and various benefits to support your work-life balance.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Competitive compensation package with incentives

Opportunities for career growth

Healthcare benefits including private medical insurance

Wellness programs and work/life balance initiatives

Qualifications

• Good numeracy and literacy skills required.
• Must work to high tolerance standards.
• Enthusiastic and driven individual needed.

Responsibilities

• Degreasing components and assembling matrix components.
• Adhering to health & safety policies.
• Working in rotating shifts including nights.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 2 in fabrication or mechanical engineering

Job description

Date Posted:
2025-07-03Country:
United KingdomLocation:
HS Marston Aerospace Limited, Wobaston Road, Fordhouses, Wolverhampton, WV10 6QJPosition Role Type:
Unspecified

Skilled Operator
At Collins Aerospace, a proud Raytheon Technologies company, we lead the way in advanced, intelligent solutions for the aerospace and defence industries. Our innovative expertise and comprehensive product portfolio empower us to overcome complex challenges and meet the evolving demands of the global market.
Our solutions support the modern flight experience for millions of travellers and military personnel worldwide. With products on nearly every aircraft in the sky-ranging from emergency power generation systems to advanced cabin pressure controls and quieter engines-our Power & Controls division is shaping the future of aviation.
We value innovative thinking and are committed to integrity, performance, and customer satisfaction.

Why Join Us?
This is more than just a job-it's a hands-on opportunity to grow your technical expertise and be part of a team that values precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement. As a key contributor in our production process, you'll be involved in assembling aluminium and steel heat exchangers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Degreasing Components
• Assembly of matrix components
• Matrix jigging
• TPM
• EH&S
• The right applicant will be trained in all the necessary disciplines of all matrix manufacturing operations including heat transfer matrix build and EH&S
• The applicant must be prepared to work shifts (AM/PM/Nights) when required.

Shifts:
This role requires flexibility to work in rotating shifts:

• Morning: 6:00 AM-1:45 PM (Monday-Thursday) and 6:00 AM-12:00 PM (Friday).
• Afternoon: 2:00 PM-10:00 PM (Monday-Thursday) and 12:15 PM-5:15 PM (Friday).

We offer a 4.5-day working week, with optional night shift opportunities available.

Essential Criteria

• NVQ Level 2, or a similar vocational qualification in fabrication, mechanical, or engineering (relevant experience will also be considered).
• Good level of numeracy and literacy.
• Proven ability to work to high tolerance standards.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to continuous improvement
• Possesses the necessary enthusiasm, drive and desire to succeed and discipline to achieve significant results for the organisation.
• To ensure compliance with Company Health & Safety and Environmental policies.
• Must be an excellent team player and confident communicator at all levels.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in aerospace, motorsport, or similar industries is advantageous but not required.

Required Security Clearance:
This role may involve access to export-controlled information and hardware. An export license may be required to comply with applicable laws and regulations. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory security checks, export license approval, and, if required, the signing of a non-disclosure agreement.

What We Offer:

• 25 days of annual leave, plus public holidays, plus option to buy/sell 5 days per year
• Competitive compensation package, including an annual incentive scheme
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Support for professional fees
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including Bupa private medical and a healthcare cash plan
• Life assurance
• Employee discounts
• Work/life balance programs, including a holiday purchase scheme
• Wellness programs
• Employee recognition schemes
• Referral bonus program
• Free on-site parking
• Generous employer pension contributions, up to 10%
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits

Power & Controls Division:
We make modern flight possible for millions of travellers and military personnel every second. Our products are on virtually every aircraft flying today. From ensuring safety with emergency power generation systems to enhancing comfort with reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, we focus on delivering exceptional value and performance.

Onsite Work:
This role is based onsite and includes all production and maintenance responsibilities essential to our product development.

Ready to Take Flight?
At Collins Aerospace, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibilities. The bonds we form-with our customers and each other-propel us to reach new heights. Apply now and join a team that's redefining aerospace every day.

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