Technician - Manufacturing Engineering - Tooling

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. 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. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

About the role

This position is responsible for setting up and operating all conventional tool room and CNC tool room equipment in the manufacture and repair of tooling, fixtures and gauges necessary for manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC and manual Mills, Lathes, Jig Bore, grinders, shear, roll, etc.
• Learn basic programming and editing of CNC programs.
• Learn (on the job) TIG and MIG welding, acetylene torch cutting, heat treating.
• Use hand tools, hammers, grinders, files, punches, measuring devices, etc.
• Assemble new and existing tools and gauges to ensure proper function.
• Perform preventive and routine maintenance to maintain machine performance.
• Perform daily housekeeping tasks to provide a safe, clean and orderly workplace.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school education or GED equivalent.
• 5+ years of machining experience or courses in mechanical drawing, shop mathematics and machining practices.
• 3+ years of experience with precision measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers, and height gauges) and reading blueprints.

Qualifications

• Preferred: GKN experience.
• Vocational school graduate with courses in mechanical drawing, shop mathematics and machining practices or equivalent training and experience.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Ability to distinguish between different types of metals.
• Close attention and care required to prevent damage to parts and machine tools.

Physical Demands

• Requires standing and walking for long periods.
• Frequently requires stooping, squatting, kneeling and climbing.
• Reaching above shoulder level with hands and arms.
• Pushing and pulling wheeled items weighing up to 150 lbs.
• Lifting and/or moving up to 60 lbs. independently or up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Repetitive actions including simple grasping, firm grasping and fine manipulation.
• Specific vision abilities required including close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Pay

The compensation range for this role is between $35.00 - $40.00 per hour.

Benefits

We offer some of the best training on offer in the industry. Our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging creates a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute, supported by five powerful principles. This culture has earned us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’.