Apprentice Aircraft Fitter

Marshall Group; Harlow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Harlow is looking for an Apprentice Aircraft Fitter for its apprenticeship programme. This role provides fully funded qualifications and hands-on experience in aircraft maintenance and servicing. Candidates must possess a minimum of 5 GCSEs including Mathematics, English Language, and Science, along with motivation for engineering. The apprenticeship will involve engaging with training and performing scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance. It's a great opportunity to build a career in aerospace engineering.

Qualifications

• Must be passionate about the aerospace industry and willing to learn on the job.
• Ability to reflect on experiences and take feedback constructively.
• Resilience and adaptability to cope with change and challenges.

Responsibilities

• Attend and engage in all training sessions effectively.
• Manage time effectively to meet coursework and assignment deadlines.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance.
• Repair airframe structures and carry out modifications.
• Assist in aircraft movements and deliveries.

Skills

Hands-on work

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

5 GCSEs at Grade A-C/4-9 including Mathematics, English Language, and Science

Level 2 Diploma in Aerospace and Aviation Engineering

Level 3 Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance

Level 3 Diploma in Aviation Maintenance

Job description

Position Overview

Marshall has been training apprentices for over 100 years and we are committed to the development of future talent. If you want the opportunity to become part of this exciting business and help to shape its future, then this apprenticeship programme is for you. Not only will you receive fully funded qualifications you will get real‑world, hands‑on experience of working in an aerospace engineering environment. As an Apprentice Aircraft Fitter, you will be expected to develop the high level of skill and knowledge required to carry out maintenance, repairs and modifications to a variety of aircraft, safely, on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Attending and engaging with training, including exams and 1‑2‑1 meetings with tutors/assessors.
• Managing your time effectively to complete all coursework, assignments and exams required to achieve the apprenticeship.
• Reflecting on your own practice and experiences and taking any feedback on board.
• Performing scheduled aircraft maintenance and servicing.
• Conducting unscheduled aircraft maintenance, including defect rectification to aircraft systems and components.
• Repairing airframe structures.
• Carrying out all levels of modifications to aircraft structures, systems and interiors.
• Performing related duties, including operation of ground equipment, assistance in aircraft movements and aircraft delivery.

Qualifications and Experience

• Level 2 Diploma in Aerospace and Aviation Engineering (Foundation Competence)
• Level 3 Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance (Civil Aircraft Mechanical)
• Level 3 Diploma in Aviation Maintenance (Development Competence)
• Motivation for Marshall, the aerospace industry and a career in engineering.
• Motivation to complete an apprenticeship – learning on the job.
• Desire and aptitude for hands‑on work and developing technical skills.
• The ability to work in a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to problem‑solve.
• Integrity and ability to take responsibility.
• Resilience and the ability to cope with change.
• Innovative new ideas.

Entry Requirements

• You must have at least 5 GCSEs at Grade A‑C/4‑9 (or equivalent) including Mathematics, English Language and Science.
• You must not have already completed the Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications listed in the “Qualifications and Experience” section.
• In order to receive apprenticeship funding you must have the right to work in the UK and meet residency eligibility requirements.

Please note that assessment centres for this role will be held towards the end of March 2026.