Aerospace Assembly Fitter - Flexible Shifts & Growth

Safran; Gloucester; Remote; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus & share scheme

Pension up to 8% matched

Onsite parking with EV chargers

Subsidised restaurant

Career development & mobility

Early finish on Friday

Life assurance 4x salary

Job summary

Safran in Gloucester, UK is hiring an Assembly Fitter for a permanent role. You will assemble components, interpret engineering drawings and perform turning and grinding with strict quality controls.

Expect shift rotations (Days, Lates, Nights and Weekends) with attractive premiums and a comprehensive benefits package. The position requires NVQ Level 3 and an advanced apprenticeship, with aerospace/automotive experience and a solid grasp of safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 and completion of an advanced apprenticeship.
• Aerospace or Automotive mechanical experience.
• Strong understanding of specifications, procedures, and quality standards.
• Ability to work flexibly and contribute to improvement initiatives. Skilled in assembly techniques, with experience in turning and grinding; electrical knowledge is a plus.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components and complete production acceptance testing to strict specifications.
• Interpret and work from technical drawings, specifications, and test instructions.
• Apply 5S principles and continuous improvement practices to maintain high standards.
• Perform turning and grinding operations, and design or make tooling when required.
• Ensure compliance with FOD and COSHH requirements throughout all activities.

Skills

NVQ Level 3

Aerospace experience

Quality standards

Flexibility & improvement

Turning & grinding

Electrical knowledge

Safety & compliance

Education

NVQ Level 3 & Advanced apprenticeship

Job description

Safran in Gloucester, UK is hiring an Assembly Fitter for a permanent role. You will assemble components, interpret engineering drawings and perform turning and grinding with strict quality controls.

Expect shift rotations (Days, Lates, Nights and Weekends) with attractive premiums and a comprehensive benefits package. The position requires NVQ Level 3 and an advanced apprenticeship, with aerospace/automotive experience and a solid grasp of safety and quality standards.