Skilled Aircraft Fitter

European Foundation for Business Qualification (EFBQ); Chester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in the UK is looking for skilled Aircraft Fitters to join their Wing Build Production team at the Broughton site. Responsibilities include engaging in assembly and conducting repairs on aircraft components, requiring specific qualifications and technical skills. Interested candidates with an engineering background in fitting or related fields are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in aircraft fitment and assembly.
• Familiarity with both metallic and composite materials is required.
• Experience working in confined spaces or at height is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Engage in assembly, general fittings, and component installations.
• Conduct repairs on metallic and composite materials.
• Work according to designated shifts.

Skills

Mechanical Fitting

Sheet Metal Working

Automotive Technician

Composite Repair Specialist

Education

Completed an Aerospace or Engineering full Apprenticeship

Job description

Overview

Join Guidant in collaboration with Airbus. We are seeking skilled Aircraft Fitters to join Airbus' Wing Build Production team at the Broughton site.

If you have experience in a similar manufacturing or engineering role, you are invited to embark on essential and challenging work, as aircraft wings are among the most technically intricate components of an aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Engage in assembly, general fittings, and component installations
• Conduct repairs on metallic and composite materials
• Occasionally work in confined spaces or at height

Shifts

• Double Days: Week 1 06:00 to 13:10, Week 2 13:30 to 20:40 (Mon to Fri)
• Nights: 20:45 to 06:00 (Mon to Thurs)

Qualifications

• Completed an Aerospace or Engineering full Apprenticeship
• Specialties include: Mechanical Fitting; Sheet Metal Worker; Shipwright; Automotive Technician; Maintenance Fitter/Electrician; Aero Jig Fitter; Toolmaker; Machinist; Fitter/Turner; Composite repair specialist; Heating/ventilation Technician (e.g. Gas Safe registered)

About Airbus

At Broughton, the site designs, tests, and manufactures the wings for all Airbus commercial aircraft (except the A220), sustaining about 9,000 UK jobs. It hosts a workforce of 6,000 Airbus personnel with a long aerospace manufacturing heritage.

Location

Broughton is conveniently located with proximity to major road networks, including the A55 and M53. Nearby cities include: Chester (7 miles), Wrexham (10 miles), Liverpool (18 miles), Warrington (22 miles).

Application

Become a part of Airbus' continued legacy and apply today.