Fabricator - Certified

About the Company

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener. With over 16,000 employees across 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries, we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.6bn in 2025. We’re committed to sustainability, innovation, and protecting the world’s democracies through cutting-edge aerospace technology.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, form, finish, inspect, rework, and repair assembly components and parts per customer specifications.
• Operate and maintain machine tools, hydraulic systems, CNC equipment, vacuum, and electrical systems.
• Identify and evaluate patterns; determine methods for material removal to meet customer specifications.
• Prepare parts for processing by painting, patching, and removing maskant for etch using exacto knives and scales.
• Perform sandblasting, deburring, and grinding to ensure parts meet specifications.
• Mask parts as required, including applying tape to holes and stripping boards.
• Load parts into heating devices and monitor processes.
• Maintain records for periodic maintenance and order spare/replacement parts.
• Maintain a clean work environment in compliance with company, customer, and government regulations.
• Assist in developing and maintaining a business culture supporting cost, quality, process, schedule, and people objectives.
• Support the company’s commitment to safety and environmental protection through adherence to policies and regulations.
• Comply with GKN Aerospace’s Policy Statement on Contracting with the United States Government.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and diagrams.
• Certification to operate a forklift.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder due to program security clearance requirements.
• Proficiency in verbal and written English to understand safety procedures, policies, and work instructions.
• Reliable and satisfactory attendance is essential.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience at GKN Aerospace.
• Experience working with hazardous materials and/or chemicals.
• Ability to work as a team player and independently.
• Knowledge and experience in troubleshooting safety, quality, and technical issues.
• Willingness to work in a repetitive production environment while meeting cost, quality, and schedule requirements.

Pay

The compensation range for this position is between $20.00 and $25.00 per hour.

Benefits

GKN Aerospace offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth, training, and collaboration. We foster a culture of diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and have been recognized with ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award.’ Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates requiring assistance during the recruitment process.