CNC Mill/Turner - MATSURA

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.

✈️ Join Moog and help manufacture components that support some of the world's most advanced aerospace and defence programmes.

At Moog, innovation starts with people. We're looking for an experienced CNC Machine Operator to join our Prismatics team, operating a state-of-the-art Matsuura MAM72 5-Axis Horizontal Machining Centre to produce complex, high-precision aerospace components.

If you thrive on machining to tight tolerances, take pride in quality craftsmanship, and want to work in a business known for engineering excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

As an Aerospace CNC Machine Operator, you'll play a critical role in delivering precision-machined components that meet the highest aerospace quality standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• →Setting up and operating the Matsuura MAM72 5-axis machining centre
• →Loading programs, fixtures, tooling and components in line with engineering instructions
• →Manufacturing complex components from aluminium, titanium, stainless steel and aerospace-grade alloys
• →Carrying out first-off, in-process and final inspections
• →Interpreting engineering drawings, specifications and GD&T requirements
• →Monitoring tool wear and making offsets and tool changes as required
• →Using precision measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers, bore gauges and height gauges
• →Maintaining accurate production and traceability records
• →Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing area
• →Ensuring compliance with quality, safety and environmental standards

We're interested in candidates who have experience operating advanced CNC machining centres and a passion for delivering exceptional quality.

• Proven experience operating Matsuura MAM72 or similar 5-axis CNC machining centres
• Aerospace manufacturing experience
• Strong understanding of CNC machining principles
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings
• Experience machining to tight tolerances and demanding surface finish requirements
• Knowledge of aerospace materials including:
  • Aluminium alloys
  • Titanium
  • Stainless steels
• Experience using precision inspection equipment
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and quality focus

• Time-served engineering apprenticeship
• NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent engineering qualification
• Experience working within an AS9100 environment
• Familiarity with Fanuc-based controls
• Experience of multi-pallet or lights-out manufacturing
• Crane and lifting equipment certification

We believe our people are our greatest strength.

Moog is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We know that diverse perspectives create better solutions, stronger teams and greater innovation.

Our commitment to our employees is simple: if we take care of our people, they will continue to deliver exceptional outcomes for our customers, colleagues and communities.

This role requires Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance and successful candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain this clearance. If clearance cannot be obtained, any offer of employment may be withdrawn on national security grounds.

If you're an experienced CNC Machinist looking to work on high-value aerospace products within a world-class manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.

You Can Do This. ✈️🔧