Aircraft Mechanical Fitter £5000 Sign on Bonus

Gulfstream Aerospace; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking an Aircraft Mechanical Fitter in Farnborough to perform maintenance and repair work on aircraft systems. Responsibilities include inspections, repairs, and compliance with safety standards. Candidates must hold a secondary education with a Grade C or above in English and Mathematics and have a recognized aviation apprenticeship. This full-time position offers a £5000 sign-on bonus and follows a 4x4 shift pattern.

Benefits

£5000 sign-on bonus

Full-time employment

Up to 25% travel

Safety gear provided

Qualifications

• Secondary school education with GSE Grade C or above in English, Mathematics.
• Recognised Aviation industry approved apprenticeship required.
• Working knowledge of EASA regulations, process specifications, and Quality Control manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft inspections, repairs, and modifications under supervision.
• Ensure all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications.
• Comply with safety rules and procedures, using protective equipment.
• Assist with movement of aircraft as required.

Skills

Mechanical skills

EASA regulations knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Secondary school education with GSE Grade C or above in English and Mathematics

Recognised Aviation industry approved apprenticeship

Tools

Ground support equipment

Job description

Aircraft Mechanical Fitter £5000 Sign on Bonus in GAC Farnborough

£5000 Sign on Bonus

Unique Skills

Fly with Us

Our aircraft are industry leaders and so are our people. We're looking for talented, motivated individuals who are ready to do innovative work, and we offer exciting career opportunities worldwide.

About Our Group

We are a regional service center supporting our customers on multiple lines of our Gulfstream aircraft for ongoing maintenance and support. We are a global company where our R&D through delivery to customers is done in the United States, but we provide continued customer support around the globe.

About the Role

The aircraft fitter for this role will focus on mechanical areas for our aircraft requiring service. Person selected for this role will work a 4x4 Shift: 0700-1900.

Education and Experience Requirements

Secondary school education with GSE Grade C or above in English, Mathematics. Recognised Aviation industry approved apprenticeship required. Recognised Aviation industry approved apprenticeship with experience within an EASA Part 145 organisation. Working knowledge of EASA regulations, process specifications, Repair Station and Quality Control manuals, and company policies and procedures.

Position Purpose

The Aircraft Fitter I, under supervision, performs or assists with inspection, maintenance and repair of aircraft systems and structures. Assumes the duties and responsibilities of the Maintenance Team Lead when required and instructed by the Service Team Manager.

Job Description - Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Communicate as required to receive and understand work assignments. Perform aircraft inspections, repairs, and modifications under supervision of certifying staff. Assist with movement of aircraft as required.
• Properly complete CMP cards, work order sign-offs, and other paperwork in a timely manner.
• Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications.
• Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment. Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely.
• Follow standard operating procedures when operating ground support equipment (external power carts, hydraulic power units, hydraulic lift platforms, forklifts, compressed gas cylinders, etc.).
• Ensure all customer property is properly protected.
• Use material tracking system to create parts demand, and to charge labor to Work Orders, items, and squawks.
• Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic and de-icing fluids, and solvent rags. Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered.
• Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment. Return items to designated storage area after use.
• Comply with safety rules and procedures. Use protective equipment as required and be alert for unsafe conditions. Address and report unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk.
• In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 227660

Category: Maintenance

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: UK Shift Pattern 4x4 700-1900

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 12/12/2025

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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