Skilled Fitter - Aerospace

Morson Talent; Burnley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge is seeking a Level 3 qualified Fitter with manufacturing experience to join a long‑term aerospace programme in Burnley. You will move into aerospace manufacturing, assembling aircraft structures and components to precise engineering standards.

Key tasks include fitting components from drawings, drilling, riveting and torquing, using hand tools and measurement equipment, and recording production data in a structured environment.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification with practical fitting experience in manufacturing
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings or technical instructions
• Experience using hand tools and fitting equipment in a manufacturing environment
• Strong attention to detail and precision in assembly

Responsibilities

• Fit and assemble aircraft components and sub-assemblies from engineering drawings
• Drilling, riveting, countersinking, fastening and torquing as required
• Use hand tools, measuring equipment, tooling and fixtures with accuracy
• Position components correctly for assembly and ensure quality standards
• Record production and traceability information and report defects or non-conformances

Skills

Level 3 qualified fitter

Manufacturing experience

Hand tool proficiency

Reading engineering drawings

Education

Level 3 engineering qualification or apprenticeship

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring equipment

Job description

Skilled Fitter – Aerospace Manufacturing

Contract: Ongoing

Rate:

Overtime: Available

Take Your Fitting Skills into Aerospace

Morson Edge is looking for

Level 3 qualified Fitters with manufacturing experience to join a long-term aerospace manufacturing programme in Burnley.

If you're an experienced fitter working within manufacturing, can confidently use hand tools, follow engineering drawings and assemble components accurately, your skills could transfer directly into this opportunity.

You'll receive the opportunity to move into aerospace manufacturing, working on the precision assembly of

aircraft nacelle structures and components within an established, professional production environment.

If you've worked as a:

Mechanical Fitter

Sheet Metal Worker

Assembly Fitter

Aircraft Fitter or Aircraft Technician

Skilled Fitter

...and hold a relevant

Level 3 qualification or completed apprenticeship, we'd like to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll use your existing fitting and manufacturing skills to assemble aircraft structures and components to precise engineering and quality standards.

Your work will include:

• Fitting and assembling aircraft components and sub-assemblies
• Working accurately from engineering drawings and technical instructions
• Drilling, countersinking, riveting, fastening and torquing
• Using hand tools, measuring equipment, tooling and fixtures
• Positioning components accurately for assembly
• Checking your work against required quality standards
• Recording production and traceability information
• Identifying and reporting defects or non-conformances
• Working safely within a structured manufacturing environment

Previous aerospace experience is beneficial, but it isn't essential.

What You Need

The key requirement is a combination of

Level 3 engineering qualifications and practical fitting experience within manufacturing.

You'll need:

Level 3 engineering/manufacturing qualification or completed relevant apprenticeship

• Hands-on experience as a fitter within a manufacturing environment
• Good practical fitting and assembly skills
• Experience using hand tools and fitting equipment
• Ability to read and work from engineering drawings or technical instructions
• Good attention to detail and precision
• A quality-focused approach to your work
• Ability to work effectively as part of a production team

Experience with

drilling, riveting, countersinking, sheet metal, aerospace fastening, composites or self-inspection would be advantageous, but isn't essential.

Moving into Aerospace?

Don't rule yourself out because you haven't built aircraft before.

If you've developed strong fitting skills within another manufacturing environment, this could be an opportunity to

transfer those skills into aerospace and build experience within a highly regulated engineering sector.

We're interested in the practical skills you've developed, not simply whether your previous job title included the word "aircraft".

Key Information

Contract: Ongoing

PAYE: £19.70 per hour

Overtime: Available

Environment: Aerospace Manufacturing

Start: ASAP

Your fitting experience could take you into aerospace.

If you're a

Level 3 qualified Fitter with manufacturing experience, we'd like to hear from you.

Previous aerospace experience is not required.