Aerospace Fitter & Tester – Precision Assembly

Morson Edge; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 4,200 - 5,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Contractor benefits access

Major Aerospace/Defence projects

Job summary

Morson Edge is recruiting for experienced Fitter/Testers to support an Aerospace and Defence Aftermarket programme in Wolverhampton. This hands-on role involves evaluating, assembling, stripping, rebuilding and testing mechanical units to tight quality standards.

You will use engineering drawings and test plans to perform precision work, including hydraulic systems and actuation, with a focus on accurate measurement and fault diagnosis.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical, Electro-Mechanical or Engineering discipline.
• Experience in precise mechanical assembly within a factory setting.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems and actuation principles.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and process docs.
• Proficient with micrometres and depth gauges.
• Background in Aerospace/Defence is preferred.
• Strong communication and team-working ability.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, strip, assemble and test mechanical units and sub-assemblies.
• Carry out assembly and testing using mechanical and some electrical techniques.
• Work from engineering drawings, process plans and test schedules.
• Perform functional testing with calibrated equipment and record results.
• Use micrometres and depth micrometres for precise measurements.
• Support hydraulic assembly, testing and fault diagnosis.
• Conduct fault finding during assembly and test activities.
• Ensure conformance to quality procedures and standards.
• Participate in investigations and continuous improvement activities.
• Support stock control and tool transport as needed.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Hydraulic systems

Engineering drawing interpretation

Precision measurement

Quality compliance

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical/Electro-Mechanical/Engineering

Tools

Calibrated test equipment

Depth gauges

Micrometres

Job description

Morson Edge is recruiting for experienced Fitter/Testers to support an Aerospace and Defence Aftermarket programme in Wolverhampton. This hands-on role involves evaluating, assembling, stripping, rebuilding and testing mechanical units to tight quality standards.

You will use engineering drawings and test plans to perform precision work, including hydraulic systems and actuation, with a focus on accurate measurement and fault diagnosis.