Aircraft Technician/Aircraft Fitter

JM Group; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer is seeking Skilled Aircraft Fitters to join their Filton team. This is a full-time position involving the assembly of commercial and military aircraft, focusing on high-precision fitting and quality standards. Successful candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in engineering disciplines.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a fitter or assembly operator.
• Comfortable working at heights.
• Must pass a pre-employment medical and obtain BPSS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering instructions and technical drawings.
• Complete assembly and fitting tasks to production standards.
• Use hand and power tools for fitting operations.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

High precision work

Quality control

Safety procedures

Education

Recognised apprenticeship in engineering

NVQ Level 2 and Level 3 in engineering

Job description

We are currently recruiting Skilled Aircraft Fitters for a leading aerospace manufacturer based in Filton. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established production team working on the assembly of both commercial and military aircraft. You will be supporting the Build Production section, responsible for high-precision fitting tasks on large aircraft assemblies.

Location: Filton, UK
Contract Type: Full-time, Ongoing - onsite
Shift Pattern: Monday to Thursday, 6:30am - 3:45pm
12-month contract

Key Responsibilities:
Interpret and work from detailed engineering instructions and technical drawings

Complete assembly and fitting tasks to the required quality and production standards

Use various hand and power tools for drilling, sealing, shimming, and other fitting operations

Perform high-precision work with a strong focus on quality and safety

Obtain 1st party certification following successful completion of internal training

Work in confined spaces (including inside wings) and at heights as required

Assemble components for military aircraft, including the A400M

Essential Requirements:
Proven experience using hand and power tools in a fitter or assembly operator role

Comfortable working at height and within confined spaces

Must pass a pre-employment medical and obtain BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) clearance

Completed a recognised apprenticeship within an engineering discipline (eg, sheet metal work, aircraft or maintenance technician, toolmaker, fitter/turner)

Hold NVQ Level 2 and Level 3 (or equivalent qualifications) in a relevant engineering field

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