Maintenance - Mechanic

GKN • Newington, CT

8h

About The Position

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities. GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career. Job Summary Support and maintain a variety of advanced production equipment, including 5-axis CNC machines, centriguges, polishing machines, and other precision systems. This roles includes preventative and corrective maintenance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical schooling preferred
• 1+ years of industral equipment maintenance experience
• Strong communication skills and ability to work within a team
• Willingness to work 1st shift with occasional flexibility

Nice To Haves

• Experience with 5-axis CNC maintenance including high-speed spindle systems
• Knowledge of Heidenhain controls or similar CNC platforms
• Strong diagnostic ability in multi-axis systems
• Familiarity with CAM-related machining workflows
• SAP experience
• Computer proficiency for documentation and machine parameter management
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical documentation

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on 5-axis CNC machinery and other production equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and software issues
• Support troubleshooting of advanced CNC systems including spindle assemblies, rotary axes, drives, sensors, and motors
• Conduction routine maintenance
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and work order documentation (SAP)
• Assist with machine installation, alignment, calibration, upgrades, and improvements as needed
• Coordinate with planner and team lead to maximize downtime and stabilize throughput
• Follow all GKN Aerospace safety, regulatory, and environmental procedures
• All other job duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees