Aircraft Fitter / Mechanic – Ex-Forces Encouraged to Apply
Day Shift | Aviation Sector
Arden White Aerospace and Aviation Recruitment is working with a respected aviation company seeking an Aircraft Fitter / Mechanic. This role is ideal for ex-RAF, Army, or Navy personnel with hands-on engineering or mechanical experience and an NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent practical trade qualification) looking to transition into civilian aviation.
If you’re disciplined, safety-focused, and used to working in high-standards environments — we want to hear from you.
The Role
As an unlicensed Aircraft Engineer, you will support aircraft maintenance activities in strict compliance with technical documentation and company procedures. Military engineering, mechanical, ground crew, REME, RAF, Navy, or aviation support experience is highly transferable to this role.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out aircraft maintenance tasks under the direction of the Hangar Foreman and engineering leads
Work safely alongside team members to maintain operational standards
Move equipment, tooling, and spares (forklift training provided)
Assist with aircraft cleaning and hangar housekeeping
Service aircraft toilets during maintenance operations
Manage fuel and oil spillages safely and professionally
Support aircraft manoeuvring activities
Follow waste separation and recycling procedures
Maintain equipment and vehicles in safe working condition
Charge and service lifting equipment batteries
Report hazards and safety concerns immediately
Recommend safety and efficiency improvements
Support wider hangar team duties as required
Ideal Background
Ex-military engineering, mechanical, or technical trade background
NVQ Level 2 or equivalent vocational qualification
Experience working in disciplined, safety-critical environments
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Comfortable with physical, hands-on work
Aviation or aerodrome experience desirable but not essential
Full civilian aviation training will be provided.
Package & Benefits
Competitive starting salary
Day shifts: 7am–7pm
Rotation: 5 on / 5 off / 4 on / 5 off / 5 on / 4 off
20 days holiday + bank holidays
(increases yearly after 2 years up to 25 days)
Pension scheme
Company sick pay after probation
Clear pathway into civilian aviation careers
Apply Now
Our client is actively hiring, and positions will fill quickly.
We understand the value ex-forces professionals bring: discipline, reliability, teamwork, and technical skill. This is an opportunity to transfer those strengths into a long-term civilian aviation career.
Arden White prides itself on delivering a personal, high-quality recruitment service. Due to high application volumes, if you have not been contacted within 14 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We will endeavour to keep your details on file and contact you regarding future opportunities.
Arden White is acting as a recruitment agency for this position.
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Aircraft Fitter / Mechanic – Ex-Forces Encouraged to Apply
Day Shift | Aviation Sector
Arden White Aerospace and Aviation Recruitment is working with a respected aviation company seeking an Aircraft Fitter / Mechanic. This role is ideal for ex-RAF, Army, or Navy personnel with hands-on engineering or mechanical experience and an NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent practical trade qualification) looking to transition into civilian aviation.
If you’re disciplined, safety-focused, and used to working in high-standards environments — we want to hear from you.
The Role
As an unlicensed Aircraft Engineer, you will support aircraft maintenance activities in strict compliance with technical documentation and company procedures. Military engineering, mechanical, ground crew, REME, RAF, Navy, or aviation support experience is highly transferable to this role.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out aircraft maintenance tasks under the direction of the Hangar Foreman and engineering leads
Work safely alongside team members to maintain operational standards
Move equipment, tooling, and spares (forklift training provided)
Assist with aircraft cleaning and hangar housekeeping
Service aircraft toilets during maintenance operations
Manage fuel and oil spillages safely and professionally
Support aircraft manoeuvring activities
Follow waste separation and recycling procedures
Maintain equipment and vehicles in safe working condition
Charge and service lifting equipment batteries
Report hazards and safety concerns immediately
Recommend safety and efficiency improvements
Support wider hangar team duties as required
Ideal Background
Ex-military engineering, mechanical, or technical trade background
NVQ Level 2 or equivalent vocational qualification
Experience working in disciplined, safety-critical environments
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Comfortable with physical, hands-on work
Aviation or aerodrome experience desirable but not essential
Full civilian aviation training will be provided.
Package & Benefits
Competitive starting salary
Day shifts: 7am–7pm
Rotation: 5 on / 5 off / 4 on / 5 off / 5 on / 4 off
20 days holiday + bank holidays
(increases yearly after 2 years up to 25 days)
Pension scheme
Company sick pay after probation
Clear pathway into civilian aviation careers
Apply Now
Our client is actively hiring, and positions will fill quickly.
We understand the value ex-forces professionals bring: discipline, reliability, teamwork, and technical skill. This is an opportunity to transfer those strengths into a long-term civilian aviation career.
Arden White prides itself on delivering a personal, high-quality recruitment service. Due to high application volumes, if you have not been contacted within 14 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We will endeavour to keep your details on file and contact you regarding future opportunities.
Arden White is acting as a recruitment agency for this position.
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Arden White specialises in technical engineering recruitment, and all job applications are managed by our team. We believe in the value of a personal touch, and we work hard to deliver a swift, professional, and friendly service for our clients and candidates. We are acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client for this vacancy, and whilst we are advertising the role, we are not the hiring company.
Due to the high volume of applications, we’re unable to respond to everyone individually. If you haven’t heard from us within 14 days, unfortunately you’ve not been unsuccessful on this occasion. However, please continue to monitor our website vacancies for more opportunities