Composite Assembly Fitter — Aerospace & Space Projects

Owen Daniels; Tewkesbury2; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary competitive

Share options via salary sacrifice

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Private health insurance after probity

Career progression opportunities

Work on cutting-edge aerospace/defence

Job summary

Owen Daniels is seeking a Composite Assembly Fitter to join a rapidly growing advanced manufacturing business in the UK. You will assemble, bond and finish high‑performance composite components for aerospace, defence, automotive and space sectors, ensuring quality and on-time delivery.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, using hand/power tools and precision measuring devices, and working as part of a committed team in a modern manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in fitting, assembly or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out structural adhesive bonding: surface prep, adhesive application, curing, validation.
• Assemble composite components per engineering drawings/CAD data.
• Perform fettling and finishing using approved tools.
• Inspect and maintain jigs, fixtures and tooling per procedures.
• Complete production documentation and job bookings accurately.
• Identify and report assembly, tooling or component issues.
• Follow Health & Safety and COSHH requirements.
• Maintain high standards of quality and housekeeping.

Skills

Reading drawings

Hand tools

Power tools

Precision measuring

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Engineering apprenticeship or relevant technical qualification

Tools

CAD data

CAD software

Jigs and fixtures

Job description

Owen Daniels is seeking a Composite Assembly Fitter to join a rapidly growing advanced manufacturing business in the UK. You will assemble, bond and finish high‑performance composite components for aerospace, defence, automotive and space sectors, ensuring quality and on-time delivery.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, using hand/power tools and precision measuring devices, and working as part of a committed team in a modern manufacturing environment.