Job Title: Structural Fitter / Sheet Metal Worker (SMW) – Aviation
Location: Near Stansted, UK
Contract Type: Long-term
Start Date: Immediate
Hours: 40–60 hours per week
Tools: Own tools required
Job Summary
We are hiring 2 experienced Structural Fitters / Sheet Metal Workers (SMWs) to support a busy aviation maintenance team near Stansted. The role involves structural repairs and component replacements on commercial aircraft. Candidates must be confident working with technical data and aircraft structural components.
Key Responsibilities
* Fabricate and install flush repair doublers on engine inlets and flight control leading edge skins
* Replace inlet lip skin segments and flight control surface skin panels
* Remove and replace bolted and riveted sub-assemblies
* Work with technical data such as SRMs (Structural Repair Manuals), CMMs (Component Maintenance Manuals), and other manufacturer documentation
* Ensure all work meets aviation safety and quality standards
Components Worked On
* Flight control surfaces
* Engine inlets
* Fan cowls
* Thrust reversers
* Landing gear
* Passenger doors
Requirements
* Proven experience in aircraft structural fitting or sheet metal work
* Ability to interpret and work from technical manuals and repair documents
* Skilled in fabrication and installation using standard aviation tools
* Must provide own tools
* Right to work in the UK