Aircraft Mechanical Fitter I Night Shift £5,000 Signing Bonus Eligible

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation is seeking an Aircraft Mechanical Fitter I for its Farnborough service center. The role involves inspection, maintenance, and repair of aircraft working night shifts with a competitive £5,000 signing bonus. Ideal candidates will have relevant aviation industry experience and knowledge of applicable regulations.

Qualifications

• Requires secondary school education, GSE Grade C in English and Maths.
• Aviation industry approved apprenticeship is essential.
• Knowledge of EASA regulations and safety procedures expected.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair aircraft systems and structures under supervision.
• Ensure all work meets quality standards and specifications.
• Follow safety rules and use protective equipment accordingly.

Skills

Inspection

Maintenance

EASA Regulations

Education

Secondary school education with GSE Grade C in English, Mathematics

Recognised Aviation industry approved apprenticeship

Tools

Ground support equipment

Job description

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Aircraft Mechanical Fitter I Night Shift £5,000 Signing Bonus Eligible

Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Aircraft Mechanical Fitter I Night Shift £5,000 Signing Bonus Eligible in GAC Farnborough

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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.

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The Aircraft Fitters selected for this role will work on the mechanical side for the repair and maintenance of our aircraft. Night Shift: 4X4 1900-0700.

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 to by the Service Team Manager.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions:

1. 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.
2. Properly complete CMP cards, work order sign-offs, and other paperwork in a timely manner.
3. Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications.
4. Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment. Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely.
5. Follow standard operating procedures when operating ground support equipment (external power carts, hydraulic power units, hydraulic lift platforms, forklifts, compressed gas cylinders, etc.).
6. Ensure all customer property is properly protected.

Additional Functions:

1. Use material tracking system to create parts demand, and to charge labor to Work Orders, items, and squawks.
2. 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.
3. Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment. Return items to designated storage area after use.
4. Comply with safety rules and procedures. Use protective equipment as required. Be alert for unsafe conditions. Address and report unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk.
5. In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 226993

Category: Maintenance

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: Second

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 03/24/2025

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services, and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft.

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