Skilled Fitter - Panel Assembly

Skilled Fitter – Panel Assembly Pay: £22.23PAYE + Holiday pay, or £30 Umbrella Hours: Earlies 06:00-14:15 (Mon-Thu) / 06:00-12:00 (Fri) Role Summary Working as part of an established team within the department, this role is skilled and will undertake the stripping, repair, and assembly of aircraft components and sub-assemblies. As a Skilled Operator, your role includes an increased level of self-management, empowerment, and a disciplined outlook to everyday working. Skilled status also carries the responsibility for problem-solving, team-working, and a determination to succeed with the business. Essential Responsibilities EHS – Maintain a safe workplace, comply with all EHS policies, and report incidents. Clocking & Booking – Accurately record time and job costings. Housekeeping – Keep workstations clean and tools properly stored. Quality – Follow quality standards and minimise waste. Cost Management – Support cost reduction efforts. Knowledge & Skills – Stay updated on operations and maintain AO stamp(s). Role Specific Will include but is not limited to: Report directly to the section Flow Leader, working within a team and alongside functional specialists (such as engineering, Quality, etc.) to ensure production requirements are met safely, on time, and to customer specifications. Metallic to Composite Assembly: Experience in assembling components and sub-assemblies that involve both metallic and composite materials, ensuring precision and proper technique for each material type. Fitting Using Hand Tools: Perform fitting tasks with the use of hand tools to ensure proper assembly and alignment of components, including close tolerance hand fitting. Nut Runners & Torque Wrenches: Operate nut runners and torque wrenches to tighten fasteners to the specified torque values, ensuring correct assembly and avoiding damage. DTI Measuring Equipment: Use DTI (Dial Test Indicator) measuring equipment to accurately assess alignment and tolerance levels of parts. Reading Engineering Drawings: Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and other detailed instructions to ensure correct assembly. Work with materials to measure, mark out, and fit parts with precision, including precision drilling, countersink, reaming, and finishing holes in aircraft structure assemblies. Apply assembly techniques such as riveting, mechanical fasteners, and bonding processes. Use sealing and jointing techniques to protect the assembly from environmental factors and apply finishes such as Alocrom. Perform bush and bearing installations and mark parts for identification on aircraft sub-assemblies. Assemble pipework, perform alignment checks, pressure testing, electrical bonding, and other functional tests. Requirements NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering or Manufacturing, or a Time-served apprenticeship in allied trades. Competence in fitting using hand tools, nut runners, torque wrenches, and DTI measuring equipment. Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and work instructions. Numeracy, literacy, and IT skills, with the ability to understand technical documentation via PC/IT equipment. Ability to work to standard times in a fast-moving assembly line, demonstrating speed and precision without sacrificing quality. Strong planning and problem-solving skills. Working knowledge of 5S and lean principles. Strong work ethic with a positive attitude to succeed. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Attention to detail and accuracy. Proven ability to actively participate in a team culture and work with minimal supervision. Desirable Qualifications / Experience Previous experience in manufacturing complex metallic and composite structures. Security Clearance Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. If BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role, and any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security