Skilled Aircraft Fitter (Engineering/Manufacturing Experience)

Guidant Global; Bretton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Broughton is seeking skilled Aircraft Fitters to assemble wings and install components for the A320, A330, and A350XWB families. The role is based at the Broughton site, within the Wing Build Production section, partnering with Guidant as the employment partner.

Candidates should have completed an Aerospace or Engineering Full Apprenticeship and experience in related roles such as sheet metal work, welding or mechanical fitting. Opportunity to contribute to a renowned aeronautics legacy.

Qualifications

• Completed Aerospace or Engineering Full Apprenticeship is required.
• Experience in similar roles such as Sheet Metal Workers, Metal Fabricators, Welders, or Mechanical Fitters is desirable.
• Other accepted qualifications include Indenture and City & Guilds Level 2, BTEC ONC or Modern Apprenticeship Certificate, NVQ Level 2 or 3, Key Skills Level 2, and City & Guilds Level 2/BTEC ONC in a recognised engineering field.

Responsibilities

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

Education

Completed Aerospace or Engineering Full Apprenticeship

Indenture or City & Guilds Level 2

BTEC ONC or Modern Apprenticeship Certificate

NVQ Level 2

NVQ Level 3

Key Skills Level 2

City & Guilds Level 2/BTEC ONC in engineering

Job description

You must already have a full Aerospace or Engineering Apprenticeship qualification to apply.

Join Guidant as we collaborate with the world's largest aircraft manufacturer, Airbus. We are in the search for skilled Aircraft Fitters to join Airbus' dynamic team, based at the prestigious Broughton site, you'll be situated within the Wing Build Production section. If you have experience in a similar manufacturing or engineering role, you are invited to join us at Airbus.

At Airbus Broughton, you'll play an integral role in assembling wings for the entire family of Airbus commercial aircraft, including the renowned A320 and A330 families, as well as the cutting‑edge A350XWB (extra wide body) planes.

What to expect as a Skilled Aircraft Fitter

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

Flexible shift options

• Double Days: Week 1 – 06:00 to 13:10 pm, Week 2 – 13:30 pm to 20:40 pm (Monday to Friday)
• Nights: 20:45 pm to 06:00 am (Monday to Thursday)

To be considered, we are looking for

• Completed Aerospace or Engineering Full Apprenticeship
• Previous experience in similar roles such as Sheet Metal Workers, Metal Fabricators, Welders, or Mechanical Fitters
• Other qualifications we accept: Indenture and City & Guilds Level 2, BTEC ONC or Modern Apprenticeship Certificate, NVQ Level 2, 3, Key Skills Level 2, and City & Guilds Level 2/BTEC ONC in a recognized engineering field.
• Self‑motivation with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Openness to continuous improvement processes and innovative approaches.
• Knowledge and adherence to high Health and Safety standards.

Working at Airbus Broughton boasts a rich aeronautical legacy, having produced aviation classics like the Vickers Wellington, Lancaster, De Havilland Comet, and Mosquito aircraft. Become a part of Airbus' continued legacy.

Reach out to our team to learn more.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG – The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.