Assembly Fitter

Safran; Gloucester; Remote; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus & share scheme

Pension up to 8% matched

Onsite parking with EV chargers

Subsidised restaurant

Career development & mobility

Early finish on Friday

Life assurance 4x salary

Job summary

Safran in Gloucester, UK is hiring an Assembly Fitter for a permanent role. You will assemble components, interpret engineering drawings and perform turning and grinding with strict quality controls.

Expect shift rotations (Days, Lates, Nights and Weekends) with attractive premiums and a comprehensive benefits package. The position requires NVQ Level 3 and an advanced apprenticeship, with aerospace/automotive experience and a solid grasp of safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 and completion of an advanced apprenticeship.
• Aerospace or Automotive mechanical experience.
• Strong understanding of specifications, procedures, and quality standards.
• Ability to work flexibly and contribute to improvement initiatives. Skilled in assembly techniques, with experience in turning and grinding; electrical knowledge is a plus.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components and complete production acceptance testing to strict specifications.
• Interpret and work from technical drawings, specifications, and test instructions.
• Apply 5S principles and continuous improvement practices to maintain high standards.
• Perform turning and grinding operations, and design or make tooling when required.
• Ensure compliance with FOD and COSHH requirements throughout all activities.

Skills

NVQ Level 3

Aerospace experience

Quality standards

Flexibility & improvement

Turning & grinding

Electrical knowledge

Safety & compliance

Education

NVQ Level 3 & Advanced apprenticeship

Job description

Assembly Fitter

Vacancy details

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's \"\"World's Best Companies 2025\"\" ranking.

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil and military aircraft and helicopters. We master the entire lifecycle of our products, from design and manufacturing through to maintenance. Did you know that every second, somewhere in the world, an aircraft lands using one of our systems?

Would you like to grow in an international, stimulating and supportive environment within a human-sized company? Join us! Become one of our 8,000 passionate employees worldwide.

Don't meet 100% of the requirements? That's not a barrier for us. Above all, we're looking for creative and committed people!

Reference

2026-189159

Position description

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Manufacture assembly and repair - Assembly

Job title

Assembly Fitter

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

OEM Assembly Fitter

Starting salary: £40,649 + excellent shift premiums!

Shifts: Days, Lates, Nights & Weekends

Shift premiums:

• Bridging shift: 39.75%
• Nights 38.50%
• Weekend Shift (Night) 59.02%
• Weekend Day Shift (Fifth shift) 48.70%

Safran – Here, we craft excellence together.

At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.

Safran Landing Systems are a global leader inaircraftlanding and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets.

Ourexpertisecoversthe entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end; Design, Engineering & Manufacturing, through to Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO).

Your role: Bring your technical skills and precision to a role where quality and craftsmanship matter. You'll work on complex assemblies, interpreting engineering drawings and applying your expertise to deliver components that meet exacting standards. In a collaborative environment, you'll contribute to continuous improvement and help shape the future of aerospace manufacturing.

Key responsibilities:

• Assemble components and complete production acceptance testing to strict specifications
• Interpret and work from technical drawings, specifications, and test instructions
• Apply 5S principles and continuous improvement practices to maintain high standards
• Perform turning and grinding operations, and design or make tooling when required
• Ensure compliance with FOD and COSHH requirements throughout all activities

But what else? (benefits, specificities, etc.)

Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you, both in and out of work, including:

• Competitive salary
• Early finish on a Friday
• 25 days of holiday, plus UK Bank Holidays, and we offer options to buy or sell days
• Annual bonus and share scheme options
• Pension scheme, with up to 8% matched contributions, and life assurance at 4x your salary
• Onsite parking, including EV chargers, a subsidised restaurant, bicycle storage, and shower facilities
• We offer a wide range of flexible benefits and working options (role dependant), enhanced maternity and family friendly benefits, because we know everyone's needs are different
• We support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities

Candidate skills & requirements

What you'll bring:

• (ESSENTIAL): NVQ Level 3 and completion of an advanced apprenticeship
• Aerospace or Automotive mechanical experience
• Strong understanding of specifications, procedures, and quality standards
• Ability to work flexibly and contribute to improvement initiativesSkilled in assembly techniques, with experience in turning and grinding; electrical knowledge is a plus
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety and compliance.

We know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert. We encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role.

Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process that may better facilitate your participation. We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work

environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.

Get involved:

We also have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs.

Position location

Job location

Europe, UK, England, South West

City (-ies)

Gloucester (OEM)