Skilled aircraft fitter

Skilled Aircraft Fitter - Aerospace Structures

Location: Filton, Bristol
Contract: 6-Month Ongoing
Shift Pattern: 7-Day Fortnight Days
Security Clearance: Baseline Security Clearance Required Prior to Start

Rates

Before Stamp Approval

• £24.25 per hour
• Overtime: £29.10 per hour

After Stamp Approval

• £25.24 per hour
• Overtime: £30.86 per hour

Overview

A stronger shift. Better rates. A programme with serious scale.

Morson Edge is recruiting Skilled Fitters to support a major aerospace manufacturing programme in Filton.

This is an opportunity to join one of the UK's largest aircraft structures programmes, working within a highly skilled production environment where precision, quality, and teamwork are at the centre of everything produced.

The move to a 7-day fortnight pattern provides an excellent balance between earning potential and time away from site, making this a particularly attractive opportunity for experienced aerospace fitters.

Shift Pattern

All shifts: 07:00 - 18:45

Week 1

• Monday
• Tuesday
• Wednesday
• Saturday
• Sunday

Week 2

• Thursday
• Friday

Paid for 11 hours 45 minutes per shift

The Role

You will operate as a multi-skilled Aircraft Fitter carrying out structural assembly activities on metallic aircraft components within a wing assembly environment.

All successful candidates will complete a metallic structures trade test onsite covering drilling, riveting, countersinking, and bolting.

Key Responsibilities

• Percussion riveting
• Drill, ream, and countersink panels using Vanmar tooling
• Set structures within build jigs
• Deburr aircraft structures
• Fettle components using approved setting tools
• Carry out localised treatment touch-up on aluminium structures
• Operate CNC pillar drills (DONAU)
• Ensure right-first-time quality standards
• Complete work phase clearance through SAP
• Highlight non-conformances to the Process Team Leader
• Maintain high housekeeping and safety standards

Requirements

• Level 3 indentured apprenticeship in a relevant discipline
• NVQ Level 3 with 3-5 years Aerospace experience

Experience

• Previous aircraft production or aerospace manufacturing experience
• Ability to work to standard operating procedures
• Comfortable working within small teams
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
• Strong communication skills
• Self-motivated and quality focused

Trade Test

Candidates will be required to attend a metallic structures trade test onsite covering:

• Drilling
• Riveting
• Countersinking
• Bolting

The Setting

• Large-scale aircraft structures programme
• Long-term contract opportunity
• Strong earning potential
• Established aerospace manufacturing environment
• Modern production facilities
• Professional and supportive team culture

A stronger rate.

A smarter shift.

A programme built for the long haul.

If you're an experienced Aerospace Fitter looking for a contract that offers both earning potential and stability, this is one to consider.