Airframe Fitter

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

Job summary

A prestigious client in the aviation sector is seeking an experienced Airframe Fitter in Cambridge. The role involves carrying out maintenance, modifications, and repairs on aircraft structures and mechanical systems. Candidates should have a recognized engineering qualification and preferably experience with C130 Hercules. This position offers a rolling contract and a competitive hourly rate, focusing on quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in a maintenance environment essential.
• Electric qualification advantageous but not essential.
• Experience on C130 Hercules highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and modifications to aircraft structure.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Teamwork skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Continuous Improvement

Education

Completion of a recognised Engineering apprenticeship or relevant qualification

GCSE or equivalent in Mathematics and English

Job description

Overview

Job title: Airframe Fitter

Duration: 6 months rolling contract - long term

Location: Cambridge, CB5 8RX

Hours & Shift Pattern: 5/5/4 - approx. 40 hours a week

Rate: GBP27.97 PAYE / GBP38.48 UMBRELLA

Morson are recruiting for Airframe Fitters to work with our prestigious client in Cambridge.

The scope of the role is to carry out 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.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, modifications and repairs to aircraft structure and mechanical systems in accordance with work card instructions and relevant controlled technical documentation.

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

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognised Engineering apprenticeship or a relevant higher education qualification
• Experience of Engineering within a maintenance environment
• Experience on C130 Hercules highly desirable
• Experience in heavy structural modifications & repairs
• The ability to work individually as well as within a team across all functions on site, demonstrating a proactive and flexible attitude and supporting business targets and Company goals
• You must have an eye for Continuous Improvement
• Attention to detail and be self-motivated
• Enthusiastic attitude, coupled with good teamwork & communication skills
• GCSE or equivalent in Mathematics and English
• Good knowledge of H & S Legislation and some knowledge of COSHH
• Electrical Qualification advantageous but not essential