Fabrication specialist Work, Jobs in Houghton Regis, Bdf (with Salaries)

Fabrication Specialist
Collins Aerospace —Leighton Buzzard
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Mentoring
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
CAD Technician / Estimator – Full Time
T Nevill & Co Ltd —Stevenage
- £38,000 - £44,000 a year
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- Computer skills
- In-person
- Free parking
Quick apply
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Senior Pre-Press Artworker
LP Display Ltd —Letchworth
- £35,000 - £50,000 a year
- Overtime
- Customer service
- Assembly
- Team management
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Senior Facade Designer/Design coordinator
Facade & Cladding Design Ltd —Potters Bar
- £50,000 - £65,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
Quick apply
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Classic Car Restoration
Lunaz Tech Ltd —Towcester
- £40,000 - £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Quality control
- In-person
- Mechanical knowledge
- Referral programme
Quick apply
Instructor / Car Technician
Drift Limits —Bovingdon
- £25,000 - £30,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Maintenance
- Driving
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Alloy Wheel Repair Technician – Welding & Buckle Straightening
ALLOY FIX LTD —Hemel Hempstead
- £12.71 - £15.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Power tools
- Hand tools
- Employee discount
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Production & Warehouse Assitant
Frame Your TV —Borehamwood
- £27,000 - £30,000 a year
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- Microsoft Word
- Computer literacy
- Free parking
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Machinist
Rubix —Luton
- Full-time
- Power tools
- Manufacturing
- Hand tools
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Production Assembly Operative
Stream Group —Kings Langley
- £24,000 - £28,000 a year
- Full-time
- Schematics
- Quality control
- Power tools
- Free parking
Quick apply
PCB Layout Engineer - Team Lead
MBDA —Stevenage
- £58,000 a year
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Leadership
- Free parking
- Relocation assistance
Mechanical Fitter
Rubix —Luton
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Continuous improvement
- Mechanical knowledge
Quality and Manufacturing Engineer
FLITETEC LTD —Amersham
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- No degree
- Quality control
- Free parking
Quick apply
Engineer/Fitter
TROPICAL MARINE CENTRE —Rickmansworth
- £22,500 - £26,500 a year
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- AutoCAD
- Plumbing
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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2d
Fabricator / MIG Welder / Maker
CJ Willis Designs —Amersham
- £15 - £20 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Hand tools
- Free parking
Quick apply
Vehicle Conversion Technician
VC JETS —Hoddesdon
- £28,950 - £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Quality control
- In-person
- Hand tools
- Free parking
Quick apply
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Fabrication Specialist

Collins Aerospace -
Leighton Buzzard

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Job details

Full-time

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Annual leave
Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Private medical insurance
Employee discount

Qualifications

Mentoring junior staff
GD&T
Metal fabrication
Machining
Continuous improvement
Mentoring
Organisational skills
Management reporting
Multidisciplinary collaboration

Full job description

Date Posted:

2026-07-17

Country:

United Kingdom

Location:

Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Job Opportunity: Fabrication specialist
Location: Leighton Buzzard
Company: Collins Aerospace
Shift: Day Shift

Are You Ready to Shape the Future of Aircraft Interior Components?

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defence company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defence industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defence.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Fabrication Specialist to join our Fabrication team in Leighton Buzzard. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality fabricated components to meet exacting specifications while ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and efficiency standards. This role is vital to supporting our commitment to excellence in the aerospace industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate and set up fabrication equipment (e.g. press brakes, Trumpf CNC punch, welding, finishing ops) to produce high-quality components in line with engineering drawings and specifications.
Adjust equipment settings and tooling to optimise performance and ensure product quality.
Act as the primary focal point for the fabrication cell, ensuring operational excellence and addressing challenges.
Execute the tactical day plan and ensure throughput targets are met by coordinating resources, addressing bottlenecks, and maintaining a smooth flow of operations.
Assess and resolve issues on the floor promptly, escalating concerns to the supervisor when necessary.
Provide mentorship and guidance to operators, promoting skill development and best practices.
Deputise for the supervisor during their absence, including participating in relevant meetings, such as planning and quality discussions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure production goals, quality standards, and safety protocols are met.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimise processes and enhance overall efficiency within the cell.
Monitor and report on KPIs, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.

Required Skills & Experience:

Proven experience in operating and setting up fabrication equipment (e.g. press brakes, welding, etc.), preferably in a high-precision engineering environment.
Strong understanding of engineering drawings, geometric dimensioning, and tolerancing (GD&T).
Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on detail and accuracy.
Knowledge of aerospace industry standards is highly desirable.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Strong commitment to EH&S and Quality standards.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in fabrication or mechanical engineering.
Minimum of 5 years of experience working with fabrication equipment in a production or manufacturing environment.

Why Join Us?
At Collins Aerospace, we believe in empowering our people to make a real difference. You’ll be part of a supportive, innovative team where your contributions are valued, and your career growth is encouraged. With excellent benefits, a flexible working environment, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge aircraft interior components, this is the perfect chance to take your machining career to the next level.

What We Offer:

25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
Fantastic Pension Scheme
Private Medical Insurance
Employee Assistance Programme for personal support
Cycle to Work Scheme and other employee discounts

Apply Today!
We’re looking forward to hearing from you.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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fabrication specialist jobs in houghton regis, bdf

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