Overview
Machinist
£32,400 rising to £35,300
At Spirit, we don’t just build aircraft structures – we build the future of aviation. At Northern Ireland’s largest aerospace manufacturer, our highly skilled professionals work at the cutting edge of design, manufacturing, integration and after-market support. With world-class facilities spanning over 3 million square feet across six locations, we deliver advanced aerostructures – including wings, fuselages, and engine nacelles – for global leaders like Bombardier, Airbus and Rolls-Royce. Innovation is at the heart of everything we do. Our Belfast operation is a recognised centre of excellence for advanced materials and ultra-light structures, including our unique composites capabilities.
Joining Spirit AeroSystems means being part of an industry leader that values talent, fosters innovation, and offers exceptional career growth.
These opportunities, based at our Belfast site, offer:
* 36 hour working week (half day Friday)
* Generous holidays
* Range of flexible schedules
* Defined Contribution Pension Scheme
* Generous Life Cover
* Company occupational sick scheme
* On site Occupational Health Department
* Employee Assistance Program
* Professional development and growth
* Coaching and mentoring
* Opportunity for advancement
* Free car parking
* Enhanced maternity pay.
We offer an exciting opportunity for a Machinist.
Responsibilities
Principal accountabilities:
* Machine composite & metallic component parts using multi-axis CNC machinery
* Assist engineering with part prove outs and machine alignments
* Ensure finished work conforms to engineering requirements
* Plan the most cost-effective method to produce components to drawing requirements
* Perform weekly TPM checks
* Set up cutting tools as per CNC program requirements
* Set up parts as per EPR requirements on programmable actuators and solid fixtures
Qualifications
Candidate Requirements:
It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that sufficient detail is provided on the application form to demonstrate how the applicant meets essential job criteria, as this alone will be used for vetting purposes.
* A recognised mechanical apprenticeship and at least 1 year’s relevant post apprenticeship machining experience within the last 5 years
OR
* NVQ3 plus 5 years of relevant experience including at least 1 year’s relevant machining experience within the last 5 years.
AND
* Have an understanding of CNC programming
* Be able to demonstrate the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and other related technical documentation
* Be prepared to work a range of shifts
Desirable
* An understanding 5-axis machine kinematics would be advantageous
* A knowledge of Siemens 840D / Fanuc controllers would be advantageous
Completed applications must be submitted by Friday 12pm 26th September 2025
We employ people from all sections of the community and are committed to the appointment of the best candidate based upon the merit principle alone. In pursuit of our equal opportunities programme, we would particularly welcome more applications from Catholics and females, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.
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