Aerospace Manufacturing Technician

Expert Employment; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter to contribute to the production of aerospace components. This role involves supporting the assembly, integration, and testing of space-certified products, including valves and thrusters. The ideal candidate will possess practical engineering skills, ideally gained through an apprenticeship, and will be responsible for performing precise assembly tasks, conducting integrity assessments, and utilizing specialized equipment. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will directly impact the aerospace sector, ensuring the quality and reliability of cutting-edge products.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical fitting or practical engineering skills is essential.
• An apprenticeship or engineering qualification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly and testing tasks for aerospace components.
• Conduct integrity assessments using specialized leak detection equipment.

Skills

Mechanical Fitting

Practical Engineering Skills

TIG Welding

Integrity Assessments

Education

Apprenticeship in Engineering

Engineering-related Qualification

Tools

Helium Mass Spectrometers

Digital Voltmeters

Oscilloscopes

Data Acquisition Systems

High-voltage Dielectric Test Equipment

Job description

The core responsibility of this position is to contribute to the production of a wide range of products and fluidic components for the aerospace industry. Specifically, the role focuses on supporting routine business operations related to the assembly, integration, and testing of space-certified products, including non-return valves, flow control valves, solenoid valves, cold gas thrusters, and upcoming development projects. Prior experience as a Mechanical Fitter or demonstrable practical engineering skills, preferably acquired through an apprenticeship or within an engineering-related organisation.

Primary Duties

1. Perform precise assembly and testing tasks.
2. Conduct integrity assessments of assembled systems using high-pressure gases and specialised leak detection equipment, such as helium mass spectrometers.
3. Prepare components for assembly and testing by employing automated particle counting equipment or patch sample counting techniques.
4. Utilize digital voltmeters, oscilloscopes, data acquisition systems, and high-voltage dielectric and insulation resistance test equipment.
5. Engage in material joining processes, including manual TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding and orbital welding, while maintaining weld inspection records for parts and test pieces.
6. Perform periodic maintenance of cleanroom facilities and testing equipment.