Skilled Fittter Nights

Morson Edge; Pilning; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge is seeking a skilled Composite Aircraft Fitter to work on main wing assemblies and sub-assemblies, combining composite and metallic structures in a precision aerospace environment.

You will join experienced teams of Aircraft Fitters and Technicians, reading drawings and specifications to assemble components. Training occurs days, then nights with paid rates, and a final on-site trade test to qualify for night-shift earnings.

Qualifications

• Three years' relevant trade experience assembling aircraft components from drawings.
• Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 2 / City & Guilds Level 2 required.
• Able to read aircraft drawings and processes.
• Night shift experience and readiness to work nights.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and trim composite and metallic components to close tolerances.
• Work from aircraft drawings, engineering processes and approved data.
• Perform drilling, reaming, countersinking and riveting.
• Set components in calibrated build jigs and deburr.
• Complete onsite practical trade test and use torque guns.

Skills

Composite materials experience

Aerospace assembly

Drilling

Riveting

Sheet metal fitting

Calibrated build jigs

Education

NVQ Level 2 / City & Guilds Level 2

Tools

SAP

CNC processes

Quality systems

Job description

Skilled Aircraft Fitter

£25.49 per hour PAYE on nights Up to £40.04 weekend overtime once stamped Night shift

Specialist aircraft work. Strong shift earnings. Serious composite experience.

Morson Edge is looking for a Skilled Composite Aircraft Fitter to work on aircraft main wing assemblies and sub-assemblies, combining composite and metallic structures within a precision Aerospace manufacturing environment.

This opportunity would suit experienced Aircraft Fitters, Composite Fitters, Aircraft Structures Fitters, Composite Technicians, Aircraft Technicians, Structures Technicians, Sheet Metal Fitters or Aerospace Fitters with a strong background in aircraft assembly.

During training, you'll work Monday to Friday, 07 00, paid at £18.43 per hour.

Once trained and working nights, you'll earn £25.49 per hour PAYE. Once your stamp is gained, usually within 3 6 months, this increases to £26.62 per hour.

The night shift is:

Monday Wednesday: 20 00
Thursday: 19 30

Each night includes a 30-minute unpaid lunch break, giving 9.5 paid hours per night.

Overtime is paid at:

• Weekdays: £28.75 per hour / £30.03 once stamped
• Weekends: £38.33 per hour / £40.04 once stamped

As a Composite Aircraft Fitter, you'll assemble and trim composite and metallic aircraft components to close tolerances, working from aircraft drawings, engineering processes and approved technical data.

You'll need experience with drilling, reaming, countersinking and riveting, alongside setting components in calibrated build jigs, deburring, fettling and using nut runners and pre-set torque guns.

An apprenticeship, NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds Level 2 is required, alongside a minimum of three years' relevant trade experience assembling aircraft components from drawings and processes.

Successful applicants will complete an onsite practical trade test covering drilling, riveting and countersinking with composite materials.

Experience of CNC processes, SAP, quality systems and self-certification would be advantageous.

Composite capability. Aircraft precision. Night-shift rates that reward your skill.