Job Title: Pipe Fabricator
Location: Gloucester
Job Type: Permanent
Who We Are & What's on Offer
We're looking for a Skilled Pipe Fabricator (Landing Gear Systems) to join our high-performing team in Gloucester - helping build the complex pipework that keeps world-class landing gear systems moving.
If you've got hands-on experience in tube bending, pipe fabrication, and can work to the tightest tolerances - we want to hear from you.
What you'll be doing:
As a Skilled Pipe Fabricator, you'll be using both conventional and CNC equipment to bend, fabricate, and test high-performance pipe assemblies.
This role is all about precision - every bend, weld, and swage matters. You'll also support the landing gear assembly line and help improve production processes across the board.
Your day-to-day:
Preparing jigs, tools, test equipment, and workstations
Operating CNC and manual machines for tube/pipe bending and swaging
Fabricating and assembling pipes to exact aerospace specs
Performing pressure tests, intermediate checks, and defect inspections
Following detailed technical drawings, work instructions, and test procedures
Supporting assembly line operations as needed
Driving continuous improvement in quality, cycle time, and safety
What you bring to the table:
You're a fabricator who knows how to bend it right the first time. You take pride in precision, safety, and top-notch workmanship - and you've got the skills to back it up.
Must-haves:
NVQ Level 3 in a relevant engineering discipline or time-served apprenticeship
Proven experience in pipe fabrication and tube/pipe bending (manual and/or CNC)
Strong understanding of aerospace or mechanical engineering environments
Ability to follow technical drawings, work instructions, and test specs
Familiar with dimensional inspection and self-checking
Working knowledge of 5S, Lean, or Six Sigma principles
Awareness of Foreign Object Damage (FOD) risks and quality control standards
Nice to have:
CNC programming experience
Previous experience in aerospace, defence, or other high-precision sectors
Why join us?
Early Fridays: Four-and-a-half-day week - finish early every Friday
Generous leave: 25 days' holiday + UK bank holidays, with options to buy/sell
Extra rewards: Annual bonus & share scheme options
Peace of mind: Up to 8% matched pension + life assurance (4x salary)
Everyday perks: Free parking (EV chargers), subsidised canteen, showers & bike storage
Tailored benefits: Flexible options to suit your lifestyle
Like working with precision under pressure?
Hit apply and join a team that's engineering the future of flight - one pipe at a time.