Airframe Fitter

Morson Talent; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable aerospace company in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Airframe Fitter for a long-term contract. The role involves aircraft structural and mechanical maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a recognised engineering qualification and experience in aircraft maintenance. Offering competitive pay and consistent overtime, this position allows the opportunity to work on complex aircraft programmes with stability and growth potential.

Benefits

Long-term contract with up to 3 years of work

Competitive pay rates

Consistent workload

Opportunity to work on complex aircraft programmes

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognised Engineering apprenticeship or an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent).
• Proven experience carrying out aircraft maintenance on large transport aircraft.
• Experience in maintenance checks, structural repairs, and component maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, modification, and repair activities on aircraft structures.
• Ensure compliance with airworthiness and procedural requirements.
• Accurately record time and complete all required documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Integrity

Problem-solving

Proactive improvement

Education

Engineering apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3

Job description

Airframe Fitter

Location: Cambridge, CB5 8RX

Contract: 12-month rolling contract (long-term – approx. 3 years of work)

Start Date: From January (later starts available)

Hours: 5-5-4 shift pattern, 07:00–18:00

Weekly Hours: Approx. 40 hours + overtime (up to 50 hours total)

Pay Rate: £27.97 PAYE / £38.48 Umbrella

Morson Edge are recruiting for an experienced Airframe Fitter to support long-term aircraft maintenance and modification programmes based in Cambridge. This is a long-term contract opportunity offering stability, consistent overtime, and the chance to work within a highly regarded aerospace environment.

Reporting to a Technician or Team Leader, the successful candidate will carry out aircraft structural and mechanical maintenance tasks in accordance with approved documentation, ensuring the highest standards of safety, compliance, and workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, modification, and repair activities on aircraft structures and mechanical systems in line with approved work instructions
• Ensure compliance with all airworthiness, HSE, and procedural requirements
• Work in accordance with tool control, document control, system updates, and certification processes
• Accurately record time and complete all required aircraft documentation
• Maintain a consistently high standard of workmanship
• Remove and install aircraft components, parts, and panels, including work in confined spaces and fuel tanks
• Assist with aircraft movement, jacking, and trestling activities
• Clean aircraft, components, parts, and tooling to support inspection and maintenance
• Carry out repairs to aircraft structures and components as required
• Refit or replace defective parts using hand and power tools
• Assist with testing aircraft parts using gauges and instruments
• Interpret work cards, work orders, technical drawings, blueprints, and manufacturer instructions
• Operate cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment safely
• Order materials, parts, and equipment when required
• Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate maintenance activities
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and undertake additional duties as directed

Skills & Capabilities

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• High levels of integrity and professionalism
• Good problem-solving skills
• Proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement

Qualifications & Experience

• Completion of a recognised Engineering apprenticeship or an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)
• Proven experience carrying out aircraft maintenance on large transport aircraft
• Experience in maintenance checks, structural repairs, component maintenance, and flight control rigging
• C-130 experience advantageous but not essential

What’s on Offer

• Long-term contract with up to 3 years of work
• Competitive pay rates with overtime available
• Stable shift pattern and consistent workload
• Opportunity to work on complex aircraft programmes within a well-established aerospace organisation