Fitter - Certified

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.
GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity set the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies, and we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet.

With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn in 2023.

It’s great to know you’re making a difference to the future of aviation! Whatever part you play, you’ll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers. At our GKN Filton site, we specialise in the design and manufacture of large complex structural wing assemblies, detailed metallic components and wing systems for a combination of both civil and military aircraft.

GKN Aerospace are searching for qualified fitters to express an interest in working with GKN to operate as multi‑skilled, flexible workers to ensure maximum effectiveness and efficiency within our areas. We are anticipating further uptake in the coming months and will be in touch with any successful applicants.

• Must have a recognised indentured apprenticeship (level
  3)
• Export Control understanding and regulatory requirements
• Ability to work to standard operating procedures

• Previous manufacturing experience in an aircraft production environment
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and techniques to support GKNAF continuous improvement initiatives

• Ensure parts are produced on a ‘right first time’ basis
• Ensure that any calibrated equipment used is within date
• Responsible for the timely clearance of work phases using the SAP system
• Responsible for highlighting any non‑conformance to the Process Team Leader
• Adhere to the requirements of the GKNAF Quality Procedures
• Accountable for Health & Safety requirements under Section 7 of the HASAWA 1974
• Hold first‑party inspection approval (M02 status subject to obtaining A‑stamp approval)

• Starting salary of £35,304 rising to £36,750 once fully certified (after around 3 months) + shift allowance where applicable (up to 33%) + up to 4% bonus
• Industry‑leading pension scheme – we’ll match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis (totaling up to 20% pension contribution)
• Life assurance 8 × salary
• 175 hours annual leave + bank holidays
• Income protection
• Shopping discounts
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Virtual GP clinic for you and immediate family
• A collaborative, dynamic working environment

As well as a competitive package we’ll offer you a world of opportunity. We want to see your career fly! We’ll support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. That’s the beauty of being part of a global business – once you’re on board you never know where your career journey may take you!

Entry level

Internship

Management and Manufacturing

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

We are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know.

We are the place where human dreams and human endeavour shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.