F-35 Metal Repair Operator Location: RAF Marham, PE33 9NP Contract Type: Contract Duration: 20 months Hours: Monday–Thursday, 37 hours per week Rate: £21.00 PAYE / £28.11 UMBRELLA per hour Overview Morson Edge are recruiting for a Metal Repair Operator to support critical aircraft maintenance operations on the F-35 fast jet within a highly regulated aviation environment.
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Working as part of a close-knit, multi-skilled team, you will carry out metalworking and corrosion remediation activities, supporting the safe and efficient maintenance of aircraft structures.
This role is ideally suited to individuals with hands-on experience in structural repair and a strong understanding of approved maintenance practices.
Key Responsibilities Carry out metalworking and corrosion remediation activities on aircraft structures Perform repairs in accordance with approved technical documentation and maintenance instructions Prepare metal and composite surfaces for repair activities Undertake drilling, honing, and reaming of aircraft structures Remove and install aircraft fasteners and components Apply adhesive bonding techniques where required Work in accordance with approved maintenance data and organisational procedures Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety, and compliance Support team activities within a multi-disciplined maintenance environment Essential Skills & Experience Experience using manual and pneumatic tooling Experience preparing metal and/or composite aircraft structures for repair Experience with drilling, honing, and reaming processes Experience removing and installing various types of fasteners Experience with adhesive bonding applications Ability to work to maintenance instructions and approved data sets Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship Qualifications Completion of an Engineering Apprenticeship (Aeronautical Engineering advantageous) Minimum NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent recognised qualification) Acceptable xxuwjjq awarding bodies include City & Guilds, IMI, Edexcel, EAL, SEMTA, ATA (or equivalent) Candidates with equivalent experience (e.g.