Moog — Wolverhampton, GBR
Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.
Job Title : Lathe & Hone Aerospace Operator Work Schedule: Onsite – Wolverhampton, GBR Lathe & Hone Aerospace Operator Precision Engineering | Aerospace Manufacturing | Career Progression Are you an experienced machinist with a passion for precision engineering? Do you take pride in producing high-quality components to the tightest tolerances? If so, we want to hear from you. We're looking for a Lathe & Hone Aerospace Operator to join our growing aerospace manufacturing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on critical aerospace components in a quality-driven environment where your skills and attention to detail will make a real impact. What You'll Be Doing As a Lathe & Hone Aerospace Operator, you'll be responsible for machining and refurbishing precision aerospace components, ensuring every part meets stringent industry standards and customer specifications. Your duties will include: ✅ Setting up and operating Colchester lathes and Sunnen honing equipment ✅ Machining aerospace components to extremely tight tolerances ✅ Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions ✅ Selecting appropriate tooling, fixtures, cutting parameters, and honing stones ✅ Carrying out in-process and final inspections using: • Micrometers • Vernier calipers • Bore gauges • Dial indicators • CMM equipment (where applicable)
✅ Monitoring machine performance and making adjustments to maintain quality standards ✅ Deburring, cleaning, and finishing components ✅ Completing production and quality documentation accurately ✅ Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and productivity ✅ Maintaining a safe and compliant working environment What We're Looking For Essential Experience • Previous experience operating Colchester lathes and Sunnen honing machines • Background in precision engineering, aerospace, or high-specification manufacturing • Ability to work confidently to tight tolerances, often within microns • Strong understanding of machining principles and metal-cutting processes • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T • Experience using precision measuring and inspection equipment • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
Desirable Experience • Aerospace manufacturing experience • Knowledge of AS9100 quality standards • Experience working with aerospace materials including: • Titanium • Inconel • Stainless Steel • Aluminium Alloys
Qualifications • Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing or Machining • Aerospace-related qualifications or experience would be advantageous
What You'll Bring We're looking for someone who is: • Safety-focused and quality-driven • Reliable, organised, and dependable • A strong team player with excellent communication skills • Capable of working independently and managing their workload • Flexible with shifts and overtime when required
Why Join Us? What We Offer: • Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance, mental health support, and financial advice
• Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%)
• Employee share options, free onsite parking, and EV charging
You'll Benefit From: • Working on industry-leading aerospace projects • A supportive and skilled engineering team • Opportunities for career development and progression • A modern manufacturing environment with high-quality equipment • Being part of a business committed to continuous improvement and excellence
Working Environment This role is based within a busy manufacturing facility and will involve: • Wearing PPE • Standing for extended periods • Manual handling of components and tooling • Potential shift work depending on business requirements