Skilled Aircraft Fitter in London

Location: Bristol Western Approach

Contract Type: 6-Month Rolling Contract (Open-Ended)

Pay & Benefits:

• Training Period (Approx. 2 Weeks) £18.43 per hour PAYE (Core Days)
• Night Shift Rates £24.51 per hour PAYE rising to £25.60 per hour PAYE upon achieving Stamp Status (typically within 36 months)
• Overtime Weekdays: £27.65 per hour (£28.88 once stamped)
• Weekends: £36.86 per hour (£38.50 once stamped)

Shift Pattern:

• Training Period Monday-Friday 07:00-15:00
• Core Night Shift Monday-Wednesday: 20:00-06:00
• Thursday: 19:00-04:30

The Opportunity:

Morson Edge is currently recruiting for Skilled Fitters to join a leading aerospace manufacturing programme based at Western Approach, Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to work on advanced aircraft wing assemblies and sub-assemblies within a modern aerospace manufacturing environment. You'll play a key role in assembling composite and metallic aircraft components using specialist tools, fixtures, and techniques, ensuring all work is completed to exacting aerospace standards. Working as part of a highly skilled team, you'll contribute to the production of complex aircraft structures while benefiting from ongoing training, development, and long-term contract opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble and trim composite and metallic aircraft components
• Drill, ream, and countersink composite and metallic structures
• Set aircraft components within calibrated build jigs
• Carry out deburring and under-head radius preparation of aircraft components and assemblies
• Perform fettling activities using approved and calibrated tooling
• Use nut runners and pre-set torque equipment during assembly operations
• Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and manufacturing instructions
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and product quality
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety requirements
• Self-certify completed work in accordance with approved processes and standards

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, or City & Guilds Level 3 qualification
• Minimum 3 years' relevant experience assembling aircraft components using engineering drawings and manufacturing processes
• Experience working with composite and metallic aircraft structures
• Strong understanding of aerospace manufacturing techniques and quality requirements
• Ability to work accurately to close tolerances
• Good hand skills and attention to detail

Key Skills:

• Ability to assemble and trim composite and ancillary materials to close tolerances
• Good hand skills and coordination
• Ability to interpret aircraft drawings, limits, and quality requirements
• Experience operating CNC machinery and associated processes
• Self-motivated team player with strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and within small teams
• Willingness to undertake further training and development
• Understanding of composite manufacturing techniques and processes
• Ability to take responsibility for self-certification of completed work
• Working knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office applications

Assessment Process:

Successful candidates will be required to attend an on-site trade test assessing practical competencies including:

• Drilling
• Riveting
• Countersinking
• Working with composite materials

Why Apply?

• Competitive pay rates with clear progression opportunities
• Enhanced overtime rates
• Long-term rolling contract with ongoing opportunities
• Modern aerospace manufacturing facility
• Opportunity to work on advanced aircraft structures
• Ongoing training and skills development
• Join a highly skilled and supportive engineering team

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Aircraft Fitters, Composite Technicians, Aerospace Assemblers, or Manufacturing Technicians looking to further their careers within a world-class aerospace manufacturing environment.