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Aircraft Major Assembly Technician, Bembridge
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Location:
Bembridge, United Kingdom
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Other
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Yes
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Job Reference:
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23
Posted:
22.06.2025
Expiry Date:
06.08.2025
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Job Description:
Description
* Employment type: Permanent
* Employment basis: Full Time
* Salary: Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits
* Standard Hours: Flexible Working / 40 hours per week
Britten-Norman is the producer of one of the most successful civil aircraft ever manufactured in the UK and is now the UK’s only independent civil aircraft manufacturer. We are also a leading aerospace SME, offering a market leading range of aviation related services internationally.
We are seeking a skilled Aircraft Assembly Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will carry out Production Line fitting to aircraft from detail to final installation stages and release to flight shed and/or maintenance of aircraft as directed and will work to completion deadlines in accordance with specific instructions and to produce the work on time and to the required standard.
Key Responsibilities
* Production Line Fitting, installation to an aircraft
* Identify in conjunction with Assembly Supervisor areas of improvement within build process.
* Follow the schedule to achieve KPI’s.
* Responsible for ensuring quality standards are maintained to the highest level in compliance with the Company Quality Assurance Procedures.
* Ensure that aircraft workstation and working areas clean and safe in accordance with current flight safety, health, safety and environmental legislation.
* Maintain audit requirements by completing relevant documentation.
* Interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
* Ability to work and support multi-disciplined teams in the introduction of new products and processes into full manufacture.
* Maintain tool control.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
* Aircraft related engineering apprentice or armed forces equivalent
* Level 3 qualification in related subject would be highly desirable
* Any relevant lean manufacturing qualification i.e. NVQ, BTEC would be highly desirable.
* Experience with aircraft production.
* Experience of working to engineering drawings and specifications
* High level of health and safety awareness
* 36 annual leave days (inclusive of Bank and Public Holidays)
* Contributory pension scheme with a salary sacrifice option
* Dental and optical cover
* Employee Assistance Program
* Support with learning and professional development (courses and licenses)
* Health screening and therapies
* Digital GP
* Referral bonus
Britten-Norman is a leading aircraft manufacturer that has been building aircraft continuously for over 70 years. The company is world renowned for its iconic BN2 Islander Series. The Islander is one of the most successful civil aircraft ever produced in the UK. Available in both piston and turboprop variants, Islander aircraft offer exceptional Short Take-off and Landing capabilities and the ability to operate from unprepared surfaces, including both grass and sand. It has been manufactured continuously since 1965, with 1,299 aircraft built to date. Islander aircraft provide adaptable, low-cost solutions that are currently in daily use with some 200 companies and organisations in over 70 countries worldwide. Britten-Norman also provides comprehensive support to its customers, with field servicing, training, and modifications/upgrades available. They have a dedicated training department that offers expert OEM approved training for pilots, mission operators, and technicians. Additionally, they prioritise innovation and are currently involved in various Research and Development programs. With facilities in the UK and USA, Britten-Norman is able to cater to customers globally. Their commitment to excellence and their passion for pushing boundaries in aircraft design make them a top choice for those in the aviation industry. #J-18808-Ljbffr