Precision Aircraft Fitter - Isle of Wight Contract

Matchtech; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in the Isle of Wight is looking for experienced Aircraft Fitters to join their production team. The role involves fitting and assembling aircraft structures, ensuring quality and safety. Applicants should have proven experience in aerospace manufacturing and a strong understanding of aircraft assembly processes. This is a contract position for 6 months, with a rate of £34 per hour and daily travel provided from the ferry to the site.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Aircraft Fitter or similar role within aerospace manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft assembly processes and industry quality standards.
• Ability to confidently read and interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform fitting and assembly tasks on aircraft structures and systems.
• Work from engineering drawings, specifications, and detailed work instructions.
• Safely and efficiently use a range of hand and power tools.
• Complete all work to strict quality standards and within allocated timescales.
• Liaise with production engineering and quality teams to resolve build issues.

Skills

Aircraft assembly processes

Reading engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Safety commitment

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

A leading aerospace company in the Isle of Wight is looking for experienced Aircraft Fitters to join their production team. The role involves fitting and assembling aircraft structures, ensuring quality and safety. Applicants should have proven experience in aerospace manufacturing and a strong understanding of aircraft assembly processes. This is a contract position for 6 months, with a rate of £34 per hour and daily travel provided from the ferry to the site.