Skilled Aircraft Fitter

Skilled Aircraft Fitter – Aerospace Structures

Location:

Filton, Bristol

Contract:

6‑Month Ongoing

Shift Pattern: 7‑Day Fortnight

Security Clearance:
Baseline Security Clearance Required Prior to Start

Rates (Before Stamp Approval)
£24.25 per hour
Overtime: £29.10 per hour

Rates (After Stamp Approval)
£25.24 per hour
Overtime: £30.86 per hour

We are recruiting Skilled Fitters to support a major aerospace manufacturing programme in Filton.

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

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.

• 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

• Level 3 indentured apprenticeship in a relevant discipline OR NVQ Level 3 with 3–5 years aerospace 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

• Drilling
• Riveting
• Countersinking
• Bolting

• Large‑scale aircraft structures programme
• Long‑term contract opportunity
• Strong earning potential
• Established aerospace manufacturing environment
• Modern production facilities
  
  Professional and supportive team culture