Airframe / Engines Fitter

Marshall Land Systems Canada Inc.; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Cambridge is seeking an Airframe / Engines Fitter to support the maintenance and modifications of aircraft structures and mechanical systems. This role requires completion of specific training and fosters continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with safety and technical standards. Join the team as they expand in 2025!

Benefits

Competitive salary

27 days holiday increasing with service

Pension contributions up to 9%

Healthcare cash plan for you and your children

Extensive flexible benefit program

Qualifications

• Experience performing maintenance in large transport aircraft, preferably C-130.
• Comfortable with technical data, maintenance manuals, and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance tasks on aircraft according to approved documentation.
• Comply with HSE and airworthiness regulations.
• Accountable for safe and compliant maintenance completion under supervision.

Skills

Detail orientated

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Integrity

Continuous improvement

Education

Completion of accredited A&P mechanic training course or military equivalent

Job description

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Airframe / Engines Fitter

Apply locations Cambridge, UK time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id JR104599

Register Interest!

The Marshall Resourcing Team are actively seeking Airframe Fitters/Mechanics following the recent sale of a substantial portion of a former C-130 Hercules fleet. This opportunity aligns with our significant workforce expansion plans to support the transition of these aircraft to their new owner.

We look forward to welcoming our new colleagues at Marshall in 2025.

If you are interested in Marshall MROSS Team, please submit your CV to register your interest:

Purpose of the position

To conduct maintenance, modifications, and repairs to aircraft structure & mechanical systems in accordance with work card instructions and relevant controlled technical documentation.

Actively support, promote, and contribute to continuous improvement ideas and activity to ensure that progressive gains in efficiency are maintained.

Accountability

Accountable for the safe and compliant completion of maintenance and modifications on aircraft under the supervision of a Technician or Team Leader.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct maintenance tasks on aircraft/components in accordance with approved documentation.

• Comply with HSE and airworthiness regulations and requirements.

• Work in accordance with company procedures to ensure compliance with requirements associated with the role, e.g., tool control, document control, system updates and certification.

• Booking and accounting for time

• Working to and maintaining a high standard of workmanship

Tasks:

• Removal and instillation of components, parts and panels from the aircraft including in fuel tanks and other confined spaces.

• As part of the Maintenance Team, assist in moving, jacking and trestling aircraft.

• Clean aircraft, aircraft equipment, components, parts, or tools to enable inspection, repair or maintain them in good working order.

• Conduct repairs to aircraft structure, parts and components as required.

• Apply protective coverings to objects or surfaces near work areas.

• Refit or replace defective parts, using hand tools or power tools.

• Assist in the test of aircraft parts with gauges and other instruments.

• Read work orders or descriptions of problems to determine repairs or modifications needed.

• Read and interpret manufacturers’ instructions to identify repair specifications.

• Ensure proper completion of aircraft records (e.g. work cards, non-routines, and other related documents) at the end of every shift.

• Interpret blueprints, specifications, or diagrams to inform installation, development, or operation activities.

• Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.

• Order materials, supplies, or equipment.

• Communicate with co-workers to coordinate installations or repairs.

• Other duties as assigned by Supervisors or Line Managers

Capability:

• Detail orientated.

• Able to work well in a team.

• High levels of integrity.

• Good problem-solving skills.

• Must have an eye for continuous improvement.

Technical Competencies:

• Comfortable working with aircraft technical data, maintenance manuals and drawings

• Able to understand and interpret manufacturer instructions to repair, replace, and assemble aircraft components.

• Computer literate

• Engineering hand skills suitable for competency assessment

• Education:

• Completion of accredited A&P mechanic training course or military equivalent.

• Requires experience performing maintenance in the following areas on large transport aircraft (C-130 specific experience is advantageous): maintenance checks, engine

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, 27 days holiday increasing with service up to 30 days (option to buy /sell)

• Pension contributions up to 9%, healthcare cash plan for you and your children, extensive flexible benefit program.

About Marshall

Marshall is an independent, family-owned UK company with a diverse portfolio of businesses and a shared commitment to keeping our customers moving forward.

Whether that is supporting global armed forces to deliver mission-critical activities, keeping the UK distribution industry on the road, creating new sustainable communities where people can live and thrive, or developing the next generations of industry talent – we are incredibly proud to have beenbuilding extraordinary futures since 1909.

Marshall Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Marshall Group is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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Marshall Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Marshall Group is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about Equal Opportunity in the Workplace please click here .

About Us

Marshall is an independent, family-owned UK company with a diverse portfolio of businesses and a shared commitment to keeping our customers moving forward.

Whether that’s supporting global armed forces to deliver mission-critical activities, keeping the UK distribution industry on the road, creating new, sustainable communities where people can live and thrive, or developing the next generations of industry talent – we are incredibly proud to have been building extraordinary futures since 1909.

Headquartered in Cambridge, we currently employ around 2,000 people across locations in the UK, Northern Europe, North America and the UAE.