Aerospace Sheet Metal Artisan: Precision Coppersmith

Catering

Audenshaw

On-site

GBP 32,000 - 46,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave entitlement

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Excellent career development

Job summary

Hyde Group is seeking an experienced Aerospace Coppersmith to join our skilled fabrication team in the UK. The role focuses on manufacturing precision sheet metal components, ducting and pipework for high-performance aerospace applications.

You will interpret engineering data and transform raw materials into complex, high-tolerance parts following aerospace quality standards. Working with aluminium, stainless steel and titanium, you will read detailed drawings, perform marking out, cutting,

Qualifications

Proven experience as a Coppersmith / Sheet Metal Worker within aerospace or high-spec manufacturing.
Strong background working with precision sheet metal and fabricated assemblies.
Experience handling aerospace-grade materials such as aluminium, stainless steel or titanium.
Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation.
Strong understanding of tolerances, form control and dimensional accuracy.
Familiarity with aerospace quality standards such as AS9100 (NADCAP awareness beneficial).
High level of manual dexterity and craftsmanship.

Responsibilities

Manufacture, form, and assemble aerospace sheet metal components, including ducting, pipework and structural fabrications.
Work with a range of materials including aluminium, stainless steel and titanium.
Interpret and work from complex engineering drawings, technical specifications and work instructions.
Carry out accurate marking out, cutting, forming and finishing operations.
Use hand tools, press tools, rollers and forming equipment to produce high-precision parts.
Ensure all work complies with AS9100 quality standards and customer specifications.
Conduct in-process inspection and self-verification of work to ensure accuracy and quality.
Collaborate with engineering, quality and production teams to resolve technical issues.
Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment in line with 5S principles.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing processes.