Airframe/aerospace fitters

Bec Recruitment.co.uk; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Free on-site parking

Discounted gym membership

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee retail discounts

Ongoing training and career progressio

Job summary

Bec Recruitment is recruiting experienced Airframe / Aerospace Fitters for a premier aerospace manufacturer in Manchester. The role offers a compressed four‑day week (Mon–Thu, 07:00–16:30) with overtime paid at 1.5x for the first 10 hours and 2x thereafter.

On-site parking and progression opportunities are provided. Candidates should have proven airframe/structural assembly experience and a background in aerospace manufacturing or high‑precision engineering, with strong drawing interpretation

Qualifications

• Proven airframe / structural assembly experience
• Background in aerospace manufacturing or high-precision engineering
• Strong ability to read and work from technical drawings and aerospace specifications
• Hands-on experience with core aerospace fitting processes
• Strong commitment to quality, safety, and compliance standards

Responsibilities

• Assemble metallic aerospace structures in line with aerospace quality standards and SOPs
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and aerospace specifications
• Carry out precision fitting operations, including drilling and countersinking, riveting, sealant application and installation of helicoils, bearings and bushes
• Use calibrated tools and equipment safely and correctly
• Maintain 5S standards and safe working practices

Skills

Airframe assembly

Read drawings

Aerospace manufacturing

Quality & safety

Hands-on fitting

Tools

Calibrated tools

Job description

The Opportunity

We are recruiting experienced Airframe / Aerospace Fitters to join a well-established aerospace manufacturer at their modern, purpose-built facility in Manchester.

Working Hours

• Monday – Thursday
• 07:00 – 16:30 (compressed four-day week)
• Overtime available:
  • First 10 hours paid at 1.5x
  • Additional hours paid at 2x

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble metallic aerospace structures in line with aerospace quality standards and SOPs
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and aerospace specifications
• Carry out precision fitting operations, including:
  • Drilling and countersinking
  • Riveting
  • Sealant application
  • Installation of helicoils, bearings, and bushes
• Use calibrated tools and equipment safely and correctly
• Maintain 5S standards and safe working practices
• Complete a practical trade test as part of the interview process

Essential Requirements

• Proven airframe / structural assembly experience
• Background in aerospace manufacturing or high-precision engineering
• Strong ability to read and work from technical drawings and aerospace specifications
• Hands‑on experience with core aerospace fitting processes
• Strong commitment to quality, safety, and compliance standards

This role is not suitable for general mechanical or non‑precision engineering backgrounds.

What’s on Offer

• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Free on‑site parking
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Employee retail discounts
• Ongoing training and clear career progression

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those underrepresented within aerospace and engineering.

Additional Information

• All roles are subject to successful pre‑employment security screening
• Commitment to safe working practices and aerospace standards is essential