PFD Operator

Airbus; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in the UK is seeking a skilled assembly technician to ensure high-quality assembly of aircraft components. Candidates should have an engineering apprenticeship and NDT Level 2 certification. The role includes precise preparation, drilling, and surface protections, while adhering to stringent quality standards. Supportive workplace including health insurance, personal development, and flexible hours offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Personal development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace manufacturing or heavy engineering.
• Certification in handling chemicals and relevant chemicals.
• Proven ability in non-destructive testing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Carry out precise preparation of components before assembly.
• Ensure operations align with drawing requirements and quality standards.
• Apply environmental management systems to maintain a safe work area.

Skills

NDT Level 2 Certification

Health and Safety Training

Industry/Process Specific Experience

Education

Completion of a full, relevant Aerospace or Engineering Apprenticeship

Job description

Job Description

SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to BPSS and Export Control checks (including a criminal record check)

TRAVEL REQUIRED: Occasional travel within UK

LOCATION: Broughton

TYPE: Permanent Full time

You will be joining a highly skilled production team where quality and precision are paramount. We work on a diverse range of critical components, ensuring they meet the stringent finish and durability standards required for our aircraft.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

We believe in supporting our people to reach their full potential. When you join Airbus, you benefit from a wide range of rewards and opportunities:

• Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, and various employee discounts (e.g., tax‑free technology scheme, shopping discounts).
• Work / Life Balance: A 35‑hour working week (shift pattern‑ flexibility required)
• Personal Development: Access to a personalised development plan, the Airbus Leadership University, and unlimited access to over 10,000 E‑learning courses.
• Health & Wellbeing: Bupa health insurance (including assisted fertility treatments and gender dysphoria & reassignment support), wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), and discounted health/dental insurance.
• Family and Caregiving: Enhanced pay for parental leave (23 weeks at 100% pay), adoption/shared parental/caregiving leave, and life assurance.
• Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi‑faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity).

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM

You will perform and assure structural assemblies of metallic and/or composite components following drawing requirements and applicable standards.

• You will carry out the precise preparation of components, including both metallic and composite stacks, prior to assembly.
• You will perform drilling, ensure structural continuity, and execute fastening of parts, applying necessary surface protections (e.g., sealant, alodine).
• You will strictly ensure that all operations are executed according to drawing requirements and quality standards, maintaining full traceability in the system.
• You will apply the Environmental Management System and maintain order to guarantee a safe work area.

ABOUT YOU

You will need to demonstrate the following essential skills and knowledge:

• Formal Engineering Apprenticeship or Equivalent: Completion of a full, relevant Aerospace or Engineering Apprenticeship (e.g., Mechanical Fitting, Sheet Metal Worker, or Maintenance Fitter) or possession of an equivalent relevant technical qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 or HNC/HND in an engineering discipline).
• NDT Level 2 Certification (Penetrant Testing – PT): Specific certification in Penetrant Testing (PT), typically to at least Level 2 in accordance with a recognised standard like EN 4179 (Aerospace), PCN (Personnel Certification in Non‑Destructive Testing), or ASNT (American Society for Non‑Destructive Testing).
• Health and Safety Training: A robust understanding and certification in relevant Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards, particularly those related to handling chemicals (the penetrant materials) and working in an industrial/workshop environment.
• Industry/Process Specific Experience: Demonstrable experience in an aerospace manufacturing, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO), or heavy engineering environment, with practical experience in NDT techniques and quality control processes.

HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part‑time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process – you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long‑term condition under the Equality Act 2010 and meets the minimum criteria of the role (as set out in the job advert). To ‘opt in’, just select the option during your application submission and your application will be considered accordingly.

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company: Airbus Operations Limited

Employment Type: Permanent

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Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Assembly & Integration

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