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
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
OR
- 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.