Aerospace fitter

DCS Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Employee benefits

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

DCS Recruitment is seeking experienced Airframe Fitters for a Manchester-based aerospace manufacturer. You will assemble metallic aerospace structures, reading engineering drawings and performing drilling, riveting, sealant application and fitting of helicoils, bearings and bushes.

Working hours feature a four-day week, 7:00am–4:30pm, with overtime paid at 1.5x up to 10 hours and double time thereafter. Salary is £18.50 per hour with benefits and on-site parking.

Qualifications

• Aerospace airframe/structural assembly experience, ideally within the aerospace sector.
• Strong ability to read and understand technical drawings and aerospace specifications.
• Commitment to safe working practices and compliance with 5S standards.
• Proficiency in a range of aerospace fitting processes.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assembly operations in line with Standard Operating Procedures and aerospace quality standards.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Operate tools and equipment safely, ensuring all are correctly calibrated.
• Perform key processes including drilling, countersinking, riveting, sealant application, and fitting of helicoils, bearings, and bushes.
• Demonstrate practical skills through a trade test (2nd stage interview).

Skills

Aerospace assembly

Reading technical drawings

Safety compliance

Job description

Pay: £18.50 per hour

Job Description:

Job Title: Airframe / Aerospace Fitters (x2) – Hourly Paid £18.50 PH – OT Paid at 1.5 first 10 hours then 2x after

Location: Manchester

About the Role

Are you looking for a fresh challenge with a forward-thinking organisation in the high-tech engineering sector? We are recruiting experienced Airframe Fitters to join a well-established aerospace manufacturer at their purpose-built facility in Dukinfield.

As an Airframe Fitter, you will play a key role in assembling metallic aerospace structures, ensuring all operations are carried out to the highest standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out assembly operations in line with Standard Operating Procedures and aerospace quality standards.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Operate tools and equipment safely, ensuring all are correctly calibrated.
• Perform key processes including drilling, countersinking, riveting, sealant application, and fitting of helicoils, bearings, and bushes.
• Demonstrate practical skills through a trade test (2nd stage interview).

Essential Requirements

• Aerospace airframe/structural assembly experience, ideally within the aerospace sector.
• Strong ability to read and understand technical drawings and aerospace specifications.
• Commitment to safe working practices and compliance with 5S standards.
• Proficiency in a range of aerospace fitting processes.

Working Hours

• Standard hours can be compressed into a four-day working week: Monday – Thursday, 7:00am – 4:30pm.
• Overtime: first 10 hours paid at 1.5x hourly rate, any additional hours at double time.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary £18.50
• Generous annual leave entitlement (33 days including bank holidays).
• Access to employee benefits and retail discounts.
• Free on-site parking.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Ongoing training and clear career development opportunities.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Applications are encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those underrepresented within aerospace and engineering.

Additional Information

All roles require successful completion of pre-employment security screening checks.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality