Machine Tool Technician

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.

Job Title:

Machine Tool Technician

Reporting To:

Equipment Maintenance Manager

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Tewkesbury, GBR

Moog Aircraft Group is seeking a skilled and reliable Machine Tool Technician to join our Maintenance team in Tewkesbury on 2-weekly rotating Am/PM Shifts. In this hands-on role, you’ll be responsible for the repair and preventative maintenance of mechanical and electrical machine tools that support our advanced manufacturing and test operations.
 
You’ll work closely with the Maintenance Team Lead and collaborate with Equipment Maintenance Technicians to ensure production-critical systems are operating safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with quality standards.

Why Join us?
As we celebrate 75 years of innovation and excellence, we’re proud to continue building the future of aerospace — and we’re looking for exceptional talent to join us on the journey. As a generational company, we invest in people for the future - we build careers that last decades, with a vision to welcome not only you, but future generations of your family.
 
What you’ll be responsible for:

• Delivering preventative maintenance and repair support for machine tool equipment, with backup support for test systems
• Ensuring all repairs meet internal and external audit standards, leaving equipment calibrated and production-ready
• Managing parts procurement and inventory to enable timely, cost-effective maintenance
• Maintaining accurate risk assessments and adhering to health and safety protocols
• Participating in 5S and continuous improvement initiatives across work areas

 
What makes this role unique:

• You’ll support a site with over 150+ test systems and manage up to 10 concurrent support activities
• You’ll be part of a collaborative, high-performance maintenance team that values precision, reliability, and teamwork
• You’ll help resolve time-sensitive issues under pressure, requiring strong communication and problem-solving skills

 
What you’ll bring:

• A vocational qualification in engineering and 5+ years' experience in hydraulic, mechanical, mechatronic, and CNC machine maintenance roles
• Proven experience working with and diagnosing faults on Mazak, Star, Okuma, or similar CNC machine tools
• Familiarity with electronic circuits, CNC controls, machine tool diagnostics, and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of robotics systems (advantageous)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; experience with Indysoft, Teamcenter, and PIRANA is a plus
• A proactive, trustworthy approach with high personal standards and a commitment to team success

Shift Pattern: 2-Week Rotating AM/PM
AM: Mon–Thurs 6:00am–2:15pm ; Fri 6:15am–11:45am
PM: Mon–Tues 2:00pm–9:15pm; Wed–Thurs 2:00pm–9:30pm; Fri 11:30am–7:30pm
 
What We Offer:

• Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance, mental health support and financial advice
• Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%)
• Employee share options, free onsite parking, EV charging and gym facilities

 
We review applications on an ongoing basis, and the job posting will be closed once a suitable candidate is selected. We recommend all interested individuals to apply as soon as possible.

You Matter at Moog – Our Mission and Vision
At Moog, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We strive to empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating our differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.
 
Note for Recruitment Agencies: We manage vacancies internally, preferring direct hiring and referrals for efficiency. When needed, we engage agencies from our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). Speculative CVs from agencies not on our PSL will not be considered, and no introduction fee will apply.
 
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