19 Aerospace jobs in Luton

Production Operative Paint Prepper

Marlow based on site 5 days pw

Copello are working with a defence organisation who are looking for a Production Operative to prepare, prime and paint finish a range of aerospace products using appropriate methods, as defined by relevant manufacturing instructions.

Key responsibilities

Perform surface preparation in accordance to relevant manufacturing specificatio.

Are you a skilled textile professional with a passion for the aerospace industry? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! The company is seeking an exceptional Aerospace Textiles Operative to join their dynamic team.

This company is the world's leading manufacturer of ejection seats, with 80 years of experience in the aerospace industry. As an Aerospace Textiles Operative , you'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and be part of a team that designs, tests, and manufactures some of the most advanced safety systems in the world.

In addition to a competitive salary, the company offers an excellent benefits package, including a 9% non-contributory pension scheme, 4x salary life assurance, personalised training and development, and a range of other perks such as a healthcare cash plan, 25 days of annual leave, and a midday finish on Fridays.

As an Aerospace Textiles Operative , you'll be responsible for assembling, cutting, and stitching all fabric and webbing parts required for seat assembly and survival aid containers. Your key duties will include:

• Making components using the appropriate fabrics from standard templates and instructions
• Part marking components and labels using ink pads and rubber stamps
• Cutting patterns and templates from drawings and using them to accurately cut fabric pieces
• Monitoring for imperfections in materials or mistakes in patterns and instructions
• Interpreting technical drawings and specifications to identify and apply part numbers, drawing issues, and relevant surface finishes

The ideal candidate for this Aerospace Textiles Operative role will have:

• Experience working on industrial sewing machines in a manufacturing environment
• The ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and the ability to cut templates and fabric accurately
• Understanding of weft and weave
• Basic sewing machine maintenance skills, such as changing needles

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

This role involves working with high-pressure gas and fluidic systems, engine testing, and test facility operations to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct engine testing and ensure correct feedline pressures are set.

Operate and maintain mechanical and steam vacuum systems.

Perform pressure and control system checks.

Set up and operate Data Acquisition Systems and thermal imaging cameras.

Carry out instrumentation calibrations and ensure compliance with testing standards.

Work extensively with high-pressure gas and fluidic systems.

Experience Required:

Strong mechanical fitting skills.

Solid understanding of mathematics and physics.

Hands-on experience in engine testing and test facility operations.

Experience in maintenance and operation of mechanical systems.

The core responsibility of this position is to contribute to the production of a wide range of products and fluidic components for the aerospace industry. Specifically, the role focuses on supporting routine business operations related to the assembly, integration, and testing of space-certified products, including non-return valves, flow control valves, solenoid valves, cold gas thrusters, and upcoming development projects. Prior experience as a Mechanical Fitter or demonstrable practical engineering skills, preferably acquired through an apprenticeship or within an engineering-related organisation.

Primary Duties

Perform precise assembly and testing tasks.

Conduct integrity assessments of assembled systems using high-pressure gases and specialised leak detection equipment, such as helium mass spectrometers.

Prepare components for assembly and testing by employing automated particle counting equipment or patch sample counting techniques.

Utilize digital voltmeters, oscilloscopes, data acquisition systems, and high-voltage dielectric and insulation resistance test equipment.

Engage in material joining processes, including manual TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding and orbital welding, while maintaining weld inspection records for parts and test pieces.

Perform periodic maintenance of cleanroom facilities and testing equipment.

Are you a skilled textile professional with a passion for the aerospace industry? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! The company is seeking an exceptional Aerospace Textiles Operative to join their dynamic team.

This company is the world's leading manufacturer of ejection seats, with 80 years of experience in the aerospace industry. As an Aerospace Textiles Operative , you'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and be part of a team that designs, tests, and manufactures some of the most advanced safety systems in the world.

In addition to a competitive salary, the company offers an excellent benefits package, including a 9% non-contributory pension scheme, 4x salary life assurance, personalised training and development, and a range of other perks such as a healthcare cash plan, 25 days of annual leave, and a midday finish on Fridays.

As an Aerospace Textiles Operative , you'll be responsible for assembling, cutting, and stitching all fabric and webbing parts required for seat assembly and survival aid containers. Your key duties will include:

• Making components using the appropriate fabrics from standard templates and instructions
• Part marking components and labels using ink pads and rubber stamps
• Cutting patterns and templates from drawings and using them to accurately cut fabric pieces
• Monitoring for imperfections in materials or mistakes in patterns and instructions
• Interpreting technical drawings and specifications to identify and apply part numbers, drawing issues, and relevant surface finishes

The ideal candidate for this Aerospace Textiles Operative role will have:

• Experience working on industrial sewing machines in a manufacturing environment
• The ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and the ability to cut templates and fabric accurately
• Understanding of weft and weave
• Basic sewing machine maintenance skills, such as changing needles

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

This role involves working with high-pressure gas and fluidic systems, engine testing, and test facility operations to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct engine testing and ensure correct feedline pressures are set.

Operate and maintain mechanical and steam vacuum systems.

Perform pressure and control system checks.

Set up and operate Data Acquisition Systems and thermal imaging cameras.

Carry out instrumentation calibrations and ensure compliance with testing standards.

Work extensively with high-pressure gas and fluidic systems.

Experience Required:

Strong mechanical fitting skills.

Solid understanding of mathematics and physics.

Hands-on experience in engine testing and test facility operations.

Experience in maintenance and operation of mechanical systems.

The core responsibility of this position is to contribute to the production of a wide range of products and fluidic components for the aerospace industry. Specifically, the role focuses on supporting routine business operations related to the assembly, integration, and testing of space-certified products, including non-return valves, flow control valves, solenoid valves, cold gas thrusters, and upcoming development projects. Prior experience as a Mechanical Fitter or demonstrable practical engineering skills, preferably acquired through an apprenticeship or within an engineering-related organisation.

Primary Duties

Perform precise assembly and testing tasks.

Conduct integrity assessments of assembled systems using high-pressure gases and specialised leak detection equipment, such as helium mass spectrometers.

Prepare components for assembly and testing by employing automated particle counting equipment or patch sample counting techniques.

Utilize digital voltmeters, oscilloscopes, data acquisition systems, and high-voltage dielectric and insulation resistance test equipment.

Engage in material joining processes, including manual TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding and orbital welding, while maintaining weld inspection records for parts and test pieces.

Perform periodic maintenance of cleanroom facilities and testing equipment.

Instrumentation Engineer - Aerospace and Defence -  Permanent - Long Term - Milton Keynes Area - Attractive

An opportunity has arisen for Instrumentation Engineer to join an Aerospace and Defence Organisation within the Milton Keynes area. The successful Instrumentation Engineer will join the Engineering Team and will support a wide variety of commercial and research projects.

The Instrumentation Engineer role will be to manufacture and install instrumentation associated with testing facilities. This will include but is not limited to; equipment calibration, the set-up of specialised measurement/monitoring equipment, assembly, and integration for test, troubleshooting and assisting in the operation of facilities.

The successful Instrumentation Engineer will be able to demonstrate the drive and commitment necessary for ensuring that work is completed in line with challenging schedule requirements whilst maintaining a clean, safe working environment. To succeed in this Instrumentation Engineer position, you must be flexible in your approach to working hours, which will require shift working, and able to respond quickly to a changing workload.

Working hours: Full time, 40 hours per week, shift work (typical hours are 07.00 - 15:00 and 14.00 - 22:00 on a rotating weekly basis) and salary dependent on experience.

Responsibilities, Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills Required of the Instrumentation Engineer

• Manufacture of wiring looms and assemblies with reference to circuit drawings/wiring lists.
• Hand soldering of fine components at the workbench and strain-gauge installation/wiring.
• Calibration, maintenance, testing, fault-finding of sensors and systems to component level.
• Support the design and integration of instrumentation into customer tests and rigs.
• Work as part of a team and conduct testing to defined quality standards.
• Provide instrumentation support for projects in all test facilities.
• Maintenance of the instrumentation hardware and records.
• Preparation and installation of specialist optical measurement systems in test facilities.
• Making recommendations for design, process, or hardware modifications.
• Support continuous improvement within the department.
• Perform tasks with conformance to Health & Safety Policy and Quality Standards.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights.
• Flexible approach to shift working patterns & overtime as required.
• Undertaking training, where necessary, in support of the above duties.
• Training will be given in all the specialist activities associated with this position.
• Experienced time served technician, preferably educated to HNC/HND level.
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering level (or equivalent) with experience of working in R&D.

There are excellent opportunities for career development. This is an exciting permanent opportunity for the right person to be part of a successful and highly skilled engineering company, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. In return, we offer a range of benefits including:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme
• Free parking and shares incentive plan
• Employee assistance programme
• Private health insurance
• 26 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing after 5 years' service)

**The successful candidate must be a Sole British National able to satisfy security clearance (SC) requirements - including last 5 years continual UK residency due to projects/products involved**

If you feel you meet the requirements for the role of the Instrumentation Engineer, then apply directly or contact Peter Heap at Jonathan Lee Recruitment . Either Direct Line (phone number removed)  or Email suitable MS Word CV's to  (url removed)

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Instrumentation Engineer - Aerospace and Defence -  Permanent - Long Term - Milton Keynes Area - Attractive

An opportunity has arisen for Instrumentation Engineer to join an Aerospace and Defence Organisation within the Milton Keynes area. The successful Instrumentation Engineer will join the Engineering Team and will support a wide variety of commercial and research projects.

The Instrumentation Engineer role will be to manufacture and install instrumentation associated with testing facilities. This will include but is not limited to; equipment calibration, the set-up of specialised measurement/monitoring equipment, assembly, and integration for test, troubleshooting and assisting in the operation of facilities.

The successful Instrumentation Engineer will be able to demonstrate the drive and commitment necessary for ensuring that work is completed in line with challenging schedule requirements whilst maintaining a clean, safe working environment. To succeed in this Instrumentation Engineer position, you must be flexible in your approach to working hours, which will require shift working, and able to respond quickly to a changing workload.

Working hours: Full time, 40 hours per week, shift work (typical hours are 07.00 - 15:00 and 14.00 - 22:00 on a rotating weekly basis) and salary dependent on experience.

Responsibilities, Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills Required of the Instrumentation Engineer

• Manufacture of wiring looms and assemblies with reference to circuit drawings/wiring lists.
• Hand soldering of fine components at the workbench and strain-gauge installation/wiring.
• Calibration, maintenance, testing, fault-finding of sensors and systems to component level.
• Support the design and integration of instrumentation into customer tests and rigs.
• Work as part of a team and conduct testing to defined quality standards.
• Provide instrumentation support for projects in all test facilities.
• Maintenance of the instrumentation hardware and records.
• Preparation and installation of specialist optical measurement systems in test facilities.
• Making recommendations for design, process, or hardware modifications.
• Support continuous improvement within the department.
• Perform tasks with conformance to Health & Safety Policy and Quality Standards.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights.
• Flexible approach to shift working patterns & overtime as required.
• Undertaking training, where necessary, in support of the above duties.
• Training will be given in all the specialist activities associated with this position.
• Experienced time served technician, preferably educated to HNC/HND level.
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering level (or equivalent) with experience of working in R&D.

There are excellent opportunities for career development. This is an exciting permanent opportunity for the right person to be part of a successful and highly skilled engineering company, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. In return, we offer a range of benefits including:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme
• Free parking and shares incentive plan
• Employee assistance programme
• Private health insurance
• 26 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing after 5 years' service)

**The successful candidate must be a Sole British National able to satisfy security clearance (SC) requirements - including last 5 years continual UK residency due to projects/products involved**

If you feel you meet the requirements for the role of the Instrumentation Engineer, then apply directly or contact Peter Heap at Jonathan Lee Recruitment . Either Direct Line (phone number removed)  or Email suitable MS Word CV's to  (url removed)

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.