Aircraft Fitter

Morson Edge Verified

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England

Aircraft Maintenance Engineers

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Onsite

1 day ago

Aircraft Fitter – C-130 / Large Transport Aircraft

Cambridge

£25.72 per hour PAYE / £35.38 per hour Umbrella

Day Shift: 07:00–16:45

Start: ASAP

Contract:
Initially until March 2027

Are you an experienced Aircraft Fitter looking for your next opportunity within aerospace?

We are currently recruiting Aircraft Fitters to join a specialist aircraft maintenance operation in Cambridge
, working on large transport aircraft within a highly skilled engineering environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced aircraft maintenance professionals looking for a long‑term contract
, with the initial requirement running through to March 2027
.

• £25.72 per hour PAYE
• £35.38 per hour Umbrella
• Day shift – 07:00–16:45
• Friday–Sunday overtime potentially available, providing an excellent opportunity to increase your weekly earnings
• ASAP start
• Contract initially until March 2027, with potential to extend
• Work within a specialist aircraft maintenance environment
• Opportunity to utilise your existing large-aircraft maintenance and structural fitting experience

As an Aircraft Fitter, you will carry out maintenance, modifications and repairs to aircraft structures and mechanical systems
, working from approved technical documentation, work cards and manufacturer instructions.

• Carrying out aircraft maintenance and modification tasks
• Removing and installing aircraft components, parts and panels
• Working within fuel tanks and other confined spaces where required
• Carrying out structural repairs to aircraft, components and parts
• Refitting and replacing defective components using hand and power tools
• Assisting with aircraft movement, jacking and trestling
• Supporting testing of aircraft parts using gauges and other equipment
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, specifications and maintenance manuals
• Completing work cards, aircraft records and associated documentation
• Working to high standards of workmanship, safety and airworthiness
• Supporting continuous improvement activities within the maintenance operation

We're interested in hearing from experienced Aircraft Fitters / Aircraft Maintenance Technicians with a strong hands‑on background.

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification
• Previous experience within aircraft maintenance
• Experience working on large transport aircraft
• Strong mechanical and/or structural aircraft fitting experience
• Ability to read and interpret aircraft technical documentation, drawings and maintenance manuals
• Good engineering hand skills
• Experience working within an airworthiness‑controlled environment
• A recognised A&P qualification or military equivalent
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

C‑130 experience is advantageous and we'd particularly like to hear from candidates who have worked on C‑130 or other large transport aircraft.

• Aircraft maintenance checks
• Engine changes
• Landing gear / gear changes
• Structural repairs
• Flight control rigging
• Component maintenance
• Large transport aircraft maintenance

If you're an experienced Aircraft Fitter with a background in military aviation, MRO or commercial aircraft maintenance
, this is an opportunity to secure a long‑term contract while working within a specialist aerospace environment.

With multiple positions available
, we're keen to speak with experienced aircraft maintenance professionals who are available to start ASAP.