At a Glance
- Tasks: Assemble and test high-lift actuation products in a precision aerospace environment.
- Company: Join Morson, a leading partner in the aerospace industry.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, weekly earnings, and access to contractor benefits.
- Other info: Exciting long-term opportunities with a global aerospace organisation.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team making a real impact in aerospace and defence.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical or Engineering discipline and strong assembly experience.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 70000 £ per year.
Morson are proud to be working in partnership to recruit skilled Fitter / Testers to support the Highlift programme at a Wolverhampton site.
What does the role look like?
Working as part of a specialist Highlift team, you will be responsible for assembling and testing high-lift actuation products and sub-assemblies. You will work to engineering drawings, manufacturing process plans and acceptance test procedures within a regulated, quality-driven aerospace production environment. This is a hands-on, precision-focused role supporting the manufacture of systems used in critical aerospace and defence applications.
What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like?
- Assemble high-lift units and sub-assemblies using approved mechanical techniques
- Work from engineering drawings, manufacturing process plans and acceptance test schedules
- Carry out functional and acceptance testing using calibrated test equipment
- Accurately record test results and maintain full product traceability
- Apply metrology principles to verify dimensional accuracy and build standards
- Support hydraulic assembly and pressure testing activities
- Identify, report and support resolution of non-conformances
- Participate in fault-finding during assembly and test stages
- Adhere strictly to aerospace quality procedures and manufacturing standards
- Support stock control, tooling management and safe handling of materials
- Contribute to workshops, lean activities and continuous improvement initiatives
What will you bring to the role?
Essential Skills
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical, Electro-Mechanical or Engineering discipline (allied trades considered)
- Strong mechanical assembly experience within a precision manufacturing environment
- Good understanding of hydraulic systems and mechanical actuation principles
- Experience working from detailed engineering drawings and process documentation
- Competent in the use of precision measuring equipment (micrometres, depth gauges, etc.)
- Experience working within a regulated Aerospace / Defence environment
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work independently and within a team
Desirable Experience
- Experience assembling and testing actuation or hydraulic systems
- Ability to interpret mechanical and basic electrical schematics
- Fault-finding and diagnostic experience
- Flexible, calm and proactive approach within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Morson Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Competitive PAYE and Umbrella rates
- Access to Morson contractor benefits
- Onsite support from the Morson team
- Opportunity to work with a global aerospace organisation
- Potential long-term opportunities supporting Safran programmes
If you are interested, please send a CV to or apply directly!
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