Skilled Fitter

Morson Talent; Severn Beach; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Skilled Fitter for ongoing night shifts at a prestigious aerospace company in Bristol. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience assembling aircraft components and a relevant qualification. This role involves working on critical aircraft assemblies with a competitive pay structure based on experience. Training will be provided, along with necessary security clearances.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of aerospace experience required.
• Candidates must pass a Trade Test involving drilling, riveting, and countersinking.

Responsibilities

• Drill, ream, and countersink composite and metallic components.
• Set components in calibrated build jigs.
• Participate in local continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Good hand skills and coordination

Understand aircraft drawings, limits and quality systems

Self-motivated team player with good communication skills

Ability to operate CNC machines

Education

Level 3 indentured apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3

Tools

CNC machines

SAP

Microsoft packages

Job description

Overview

Skilled Fitter

Morson Talent are currently recruiting for Skilled Fitters for exciting new opportunities on behalf of our prestigious client in Bristol, at their Western Approach site. We are looking for Skilled Fitters to work nights on an ongoing contract. Our client are shaping the Future of Flight. As a global company they are serving the worlds leading aircraft and aero-engine manufacturers with three business lines: Civil airframe, defence airframe and engine systems.

Key information

• Role: Skilled Fitter
• Pay: £18.43 PAYE on days whilst in training depending on experience; Core Nights £24.51 PAYE; Overtime Weekdays £27.65 PAYE; Overtime Weekends £36.86 PAYE
• Hours: Core Nights, Monday to Weds 20:00 to 06:00; Thurs 19:00 to 04:30
• Location: Western Approach - Fixed Training Edge
• Security requirements: Baseline Security Clearance required / can start with Security ongoing providing security forms returned and DBS receipt; Criminal Record Check cost £18

Qualifications

• Candidates will need a level 3 indentured apprenticeship in a relevant field or an NVQ Level 3 with 3-5 years aerospace experience.
• Candidates will need to attend a Trade Test at the WA site involving drilling, riveting and countersinking, and working with composites.

Main Tasks

As a Skilled Composite Aircraft Fitter, you will be involved in working on a range of aircraft main wing assemblies and sub-assemblies from detail parts, whilst embracing appropriate assembly techniques, tools and fixtures, in accordance with the appropriate technical data and competencies.

Key Deliverables

• Drilling/Reaming/Countersinking of composite and metallic components
• Set aircraft components in calibrated build jigs
• Deburring and under head radius of aircraft components and assemblies
• Fettling using approved and calibrated setting tools
• Use of nut runners and pre-set torque guns for bolting
• Participate fully in local continuous improvement activities
• Work in line with Health & Safety site requirements

Key Skills and Requirements

• Apprenticeship or recognized equivalent qualification
• Minimum 3 years’ relevant trade experience assembling aircraft components using drawings and processes
• Good hand skills and coordination
• Understand aircraft drawings, limits and quality systems
• Ability to operate CNC machines and processes as required
• Self-motivated team player with good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both alone and in small teams
• Ability and willingness to undertake training and understanding of composite manufacturing techniques and processes
• To take responsibility to “self-certify” own work
• Working knowledge of IT systems including SAP and Microsoft packages