Skilled & Semi-Skilled Aircraft Fitters

Impellam; West of England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Guidant Global, partnering with Airbus, is recruiting Skilled and Semi-Skilled Aircraft Fitters for the Filton site. The role involves fitting and assembly on Airbus aircraft, including the A400M, in a hands-on production environment with a 12-month contract likely to extend.

You will work from drawings, use hand/power tools, and complete required courses for 1st-party certification, with opportunities to progress into permanent roles. BPSS+ clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Advanced Apprenticeship in engineering discipline (sheet metal, aircraft or maintenance technician, toolmaking, fitter/turner).
• NVQ Levels 2 and 3 or equivalent in engineering discipline.
• Completed work-based or time-served apprenticeship.
• Relevant qualification certificates to be provided at application stage.

Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering drawings and follow instructions.
• Carry out fitting and assembly tasks to required standards.
• Use hand and power tools for drilling, shimming and sealing.
• Operate within the Build Production environment on Airbus aircraft.
• Undertake courses to achieve 1st party certification where required.
• Maintain health and safety standards at all times.
• Work at height and in confined spaces when needed.
• Access restricted wing areas through manholes as required.

Skills

Hand tools

Teamwork

Independent work

Communication

Health & Safety

Continuous improvement

Height access safety

Education

Advanced Apprenticeship in engineering

NVQ Level 2/3 in engineering

Work-based apprenticeship

Relevant engineering certificates

Job description

Skilled & Semi-Skilled Aircraft Fitters

Location: Filton - 100% onsite
Contract: 12 months, with likely extension
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 6:30am - 3:45pm
PAYE: Skilled - £21.58 per hour Semi-Skilled - £19.14 per hour
Umbrella: Skilled - £28.87 per hour Semi-Skilled - £25.62 per hour
Start: January 2027
Clearance: BPSS+
IR35: Inside

Build your aerospace career working on Airbus aircraft at the renowned Filton site.

Guidant Global is working in partnership with Airbus, the world's largest aircraft manufacturer, to recruit Skilled and Semi-Skilled Aircraft Fitters to join the Build Production team at Filton.

Filton has a proud aeronautical history and is involved in the design, testing and manufacture of wings for a range of Airbus commercial and military aircraft. You'll be joining a hands-on production environment, carrying out fitting and assembly activities on Airbus aircraft, including the A400M.

For the right candidates, this 12-month contract is likely to be extended and also offers the possibility of progressing into a permanent role.

What You'll Be Doing

• Working from engineering instructions and interpreting aircraft drawings
• Completing fitting and assembly tasks to the required standards
• Using hand and power tools to carry out tasks including drilling, shimming and sealing
• Working within the Build Production environment on Airbus aircraft
• Completing relevant courses to achieve 1st party certification where required
• Working safely and maintaining high Health & Safety standards
• Working at height and within confined spaces when required
• Undertaking restricted and physically demanding wing access and egress, including access through oval-shaped manholes

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience using hand tools
• Previous work experience in a fitter or assembly operator role
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills and a self-motivated approach
• High regard for Health & Safety standards
• Openness to continuous improvement and new ways of working
• Comfortable working at height and within confined spaces

For Skilled Aircraft Fitter applications:

• A completed Advanced Apprenticeship within an engineering discipline, such as sheet metal working, aircraft or maintenance technician, toolmaking, or fitter/turner
• NVQ Level 2 and Level 3, or equivalent, in an engineering discipline
• A completed work-based or time-served apprenticeship
• Relevant qualification certificates must be provided at application stage

Relevant qualifications may include an Aerospace or Engineering Full Apprenticeship, Indenture and City & Guilds Level 2, BTEC ONC, Modern Apprenticeship Certificate, NVQ Levels 2 and 3, and other recognised engineering qualifications.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to work within Airbus' established Filton operation
• Hands-on involvement with Airbus aircraft, including the A400M
• Four-day Monday-to-Thursday working pattern
• Paid overtime above 35 hours
• Initial 12-month contract with likely extension
• Opportunity to build further experience within the aviation sector
• Relevant training provided where mandatory

Successful candidates will need to complete a pre-employment medical and BPSS+ clearance before going onsite. The selection process consists of a one-stage, in-person interview, followed by a medical if successful.
Please note that the site has a two-week summer shutdown in August and a two-week Christmas shutdown.

Inclusive Recruitment

Guidant Global is committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates and aim to ensure everyone has the opportunity to demonstrate their skills, experience and potential.