Skilled Aircraft Fitter

Teledyne UK Limited; Wirral; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in composite manufacturing seeks an Assembly Fitter to produce aerospace components. The role involves hands-on assembly techniques, supported by training and development, ensuring high standards in safety and organization. Ideal candidates will have relevant manufacturing experience coupled with a keen attention to detail.

Benefits

Company-funded medical cash plan (MediCash)

Qualifications

• Time-served assembly manufacturing experience is essential; aerospace experience is necessary.
• Experience using hand and automated assembly tools is required.
• Experience with resin mixing is desirable but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support the manufacture of composite aerospace parts within the assembly area.
• Complete all jobs within specified timeframes.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety of the work area.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Tools

Hand Tools

Automated Assembly Tools

Job description

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Based in Bromborough, Teledyne CML Composites is a fast-growing manufacturer, supplying carbon/glass fibre composite parts and assemblies to some of the world’s leading aircraft and aero engine producers. Operating across three distinct product groups—commercial, defence, and business jet products—this role offers an opportunity to join a team working on highly technical products. The manufacturing facility features advanced machining technology, including multi-axis NDT robotic machines, automated material cutting machines, and multi-axis CNC machining centres. Teledyne CML Composites is recognized as one of the world's leading suppliers in composites and supports a strategy of continuous growth and innovation. With an orderbook extending into the next decade, we are seeking new colleagues to join our thriving company.

What you'll be involved in:

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company investing in its people through direct 1-2-1 training and development. The successful applicant will work as an Assembly Fitter, using skills, experience, and training to produce composite assemblies via methods such as drilling, countersinking, and wet assembly rivets with various hand and machine tools. Working within an established team, high attention to detail and the ability to follow processes accurately are essential. While experience is preferred, training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the manufacture of Composite Aerospace parts within the Assembly area, working alongside skilled fitters who will assist with training.
• Complete all jobs within specified timeframes.
• Develop fitter methodologies to increase flexibility across all Assembly products.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety of the work area.

Training & Experience Requirements:

• Time-served assembly manufacturing experience is essential; aerospace experience is necessary.
• Experience using hand and automated assembly tools is required.
• Experience with resin mixing is desirable but not mandatory.

We offer a range of benefits including:

• Company-funded medical cash plan (MediCash) to offset routine medical costs.

At Teledyne, we value Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion as opportunities to celebrate diversity, bring our full selves to work, and ensure everyone feels involved and respected. We are committed to health, safety, and environmental sustainability, continually improving our working environment. Our business is conducted with the highest ethical standards, requiring compliance with all laws and regulations. Our reputation for honesty, integrity, and innovation is paramount.