About the Role
Sheet Metal Fabricator/Fitter role at Airbus Helicopters UK Ltd located at Oxford Airport.
Responsible for designing, manufacturing, inspecting, and repairing sheet metal parts for helicopter customization and maintenance. Works closely with design team on prototype and series production.
Key Responsibilities
* Accomplish work as directed by Installation Supervisor or Certifying Engineer
* Manufacture detailed parts from sheet metal
* Inspect and assemble parts manufactured by subcontractors
* Apply protective coatings
* Work closely with design team
* Ensure all parts comply with design data for safe aerial operation
* Assist in day‑to‑day hangar operations, including aircraft handling
* Maintain high standards housekeeping under Airbus “Clean As You Go” initiative
* Work within a highly regulated environment; carry out repairs to cockpit structures and components
* Adapt to changing priorities and work as part of a team or individually
Essential Knowledge, Skills & Experience
* Teamwork and working independently with high standards
* Read and understand detailed engineering drawings and data
* Good manual hand skills, advanced DIY interest
* Ability to work in confined spaces
* Strong communication, organization and methodical approach
* Calm under pressure, reliability
* Knowledge of H&S PPE requirements
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
Desirable
* Knowledge of sheet‑metal tolerance manufacturing techniques
* Understanding of fasteners, rivets, mechanical fasteners and adhesive bonding in aviation
* Experience with SAP / Envision
* Aviation, sheet‑metal and composites experience
Education & Qualifications
* Minimum Level 2 qualification in Fabrication
* Previous experience in sheet metal working, metal fabrication, mechanical fitting or automotive repair
* Clean driving licence
Additional Requirements
* DBS Security Clearance (eligible for SC clearance)
* Compliance with Export Regulations
* Legal right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship)
* Shift working may be required (shift allowance payable)
* Occasional travel to subcontractors or other Airbus facilities, including overseas
Benefits
* Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) – single cover paid by company
* Pension – auto‑enrolled into Airbus Group UK Retirement Fund (6% employer, 4% employee)
* Share Incentive Plan and ESOP, Success Share, discretionary bonus‑scheme
* Bikes to Work (up to £3,000) employee purchase scheme
* Technology, MyDrive, Den‑Plan and health‑care cash scheme
* Personal Accident Insurance (employee purchase scheme)
* Health assessments, travel insurance, shopping vouchers and discounts
* Financial/legal advice: will‑writing, lasting power of attorney, etc.
Equality & Diversity
Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment, welcoming all applications irrespective of social, cultural, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.
Employment Type
Permanent, Professional level, Metal Worker job family.
Data Protection
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