Composite Fitter

Aviation JobSearch Europa; Watford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Mane Contract Services in Watford, Hertfordshire, is seeking an experienced Composite Fitter to support the manufacture, repair and assembly of aerospace composite structures. The role focuses on bonding, riveting and precision fitting to aerospace standards.

You will read engineering drawings, work with quality teams and production to meet delivery deadlines, with an onsite full-time contract paying £35,000 to £37,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Composite Fitter in the aerospace industry.
• Strong bonding, riveting, drilling and fitting of composite and metallic components.
• Ability to interpret and work from engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of aerospace standards and quality requirements.
• High attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture, assemble, and fit aerospace composite components.
• Carry out composite lay‑up, trimming, drilling, and finishing operations.
• Perform bonding operations using adhesives, films, and structural bonding techniques.
• Conduct riveting and mechanical fastening to aerospace specification.
• Work from engineering drawings, work instructions, and technical documentation.
• Ensure all components meet required aerospace quality and inspection standards.
• Perform rework and repairs on composite structures as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment in compliance with health & safety procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to meet delivery deadlines.

Skills

Composite Fitter

Laminator

Aircraft Fitter

Job description

Mane Contract Services Verified

Watford, Hertfordshire, England

Technicians

Composite Technician

Onsite

Full time

£35,000 - £37,000

1 day ago

We are seeking an experienced Composite Fitter to support the manufacture, repair, and assembly of composite structures within the aerospace sector. The ideal candidate will have strong hands‑on skills in bonding, riveting, and precision fitting, with experience working to aerospace standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture, assemble, and fit aerospace composite components.
• Carry out composite lay‑up, trimming, drilling, and finishing operations.
• Perform bonding operations using adhesives, films, and structural bonding techniques.
• Conduct riveting and mechanical fastening to aerospace specification.
• Work from engineering drawings, work instructions, and technical documentation.
• Ensure all components meet required aerospace quality and inspection standards.
• Perform rework and repairs on composite structures as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment in compliance with health & safety procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to meet delivery deadlines.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience as a Composite Fitter / Laminator / Aircraft Fitter in the aerospace industry.
• Strong competency in bonding, riveting, drilling, and fitting of composite and metallic components.
• Ability to interpret and work from detailed engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of aerospace standards and quality requirements.
• High attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team.