Skilled Fitters

Morson Talent; West of England; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge is recruiting skilled fitters to support a major aerospace programme in Filton, Bristol. This 6-month ongoing role requires working a 7-day fortnight pattern with shifts 07:00–18:45, earning enhanced rates including overtime.

You will operate as a multi-skilled Aircraft Fitter on metallic structures, completing a metallic structures trade test onsite covering drilling, riveting, countersinking, and bolting.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 indentured apprenticeship in a relevant discipline.
• Or NVQ Level 2 with 3-5 years Aerospace experience.

Responsibilities

• Percussion riveting.
• Drill, ream, and countersink panels using Vanmar tooling.
• Set structures within build jigs.
• Deburr aircraft structures.
• Fettle components using approved setting tools.
• Carry out localised treatment touch-up on aluminium structures.
• Operate CNC pillar drills (DONAU).
• Ensure right-first-time quality standards.
• Complete work phase clearance through SAP.
• Highlight non-conformances to the Process Team Leader.
• Maintain high housekeeping and safety standards.

Skills

Riveting

Drilling

Countersinking

Quality focus

Teamwork

Lean manufacturing

SAP familiarity

Education

Level 3 indentured apprenticeship

NVQ Level 2 with 3-5 years aerospace experience

Tools

Vanmar tooling

DONAU CNC drills

Job description

Location: Western Approach, Bristol

Contract: 6-Month Ongoing

Shift Pattern: 7-Day Fortnight Days

Security Clearance: Baseline Security Clearance Required Prior to Start

Rates

£24.52 per hour

£28.75 per hour overtime in the week

£38.33 overtime weekends

Overview

A stronger shift. Better rates. A programme with serious scale.

Morson Edge is recruiting Skilled Fitters to support a major aerospace manufacturing programme in Filton.

This is an opportunity to join one of the UK's largest aircraft structures programmes, working within a highly skilled production environment where precision, quality, and teamwork are at the centre of everything produced.

The move to a 7-day fortnight pattern provides an excellent balance between earning potential and time away from site, making this a particularly attractive opportunity for experienced aerospace fitters.

Shift Pattern

All shifts: 07:00 - 18:45

Week 1

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Saturday

Sunday

Week 2

Thursday

Friday

Paid for 11 hours 45 minutes per shift

The Role

You will operate as a multi-skilled Aircraft Fitter carrying out structural assembly activities on metallic aircraft components within a wing assembly environment.

All successful candidates will complete a metallic structures trade test onsite covering drilling, riveting, countersinking, and bolting.

Key Responsibilities

• Percussion riveting
• Drill, ream, and countersink panels using Vanmar tooling
• Set structures within build jigs
• Deburr aircraft structures
• Fettle components using approved setting tools
• Carry out localised treatment touch-up on aluminium structures
• Operate CNC pillar drills (DONAU)
• Ensure right-first-time quality standards
• Complete work phase clearance through SAP
• Highlight non-conformances to the Process Team Leader
• Maintain high housekeeping and safety standards

Requirements

• Level 3 indentured apprenticeship in a relevant discipline
• OR
• NVQ Level 2 with 3-5 years Aerospace experience

Experience

• Previous aircraft production or aerospace manufacturing experience
• Ability to work to standard operating procedures
• Comfortable working within small teams
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
• Strong communication skills
• Self-motivated and quality focused

Trade Test

Candidates will be required to attend a metallic structures trade test onsite covering:

• Drilling
• Riveting
• Countersinking
• Bolting