Aircraft Fitter

Job Description:
Job description 

Reporting to a Senior Aircraft Build & Maintenance Technician, we are looking for an experienced Aircraft Technician with high quality mechanical skills and sound personal standard practices to assist in the build, commissioning, maintenance and testing of electric/hybrid prototype aircraft and their sub-systems.  

You may also be required to assist in the building, commissioning and deployment of test rigs as well as providing support for our flight test programme.  

Filton will be the primary work location.

Duties will be wide ranging and varied and will include: 

• Carrying out assembly of Composite Structures.

• Carrying out the build, testing, commissioning and ongoing maintenance of mechanical sub-assemblies and full aircraft systems as well as providing support for aircraft systems test. 

• Ensuring all appropriate documentation is completed and maintained (work cards, tech logs, ERP system entries etc). 

• Maintaining a high standard of tool cleanliness and control throughout the hangar and workshop areas whilst maintaining exemplary FOD prevention methods throughout. 

• Providing support for the flight test programme in the UK and possibly overseas. 

• You may be required to work a shift system or additional hours for high load periods within the business. 

The ideal candidate: 

• Will have completed a recognised aircraft engineering apprenticeship in a commercial or military environment or similar qualification in aircraft systems. 

• Have good working knowledge of structural production techniques, repairs and composite materials. 

• Should have very good attention to detail and can operate to challenging deadlines without compromising standards or quality. 

• Have a good working knowledge of aircraft documentation, maintenance manuals and engineering drawings. 

• Can demonstrates a flexible and proactive attitude to carrying out responsibilities and always willing to lend a hand where needed throughout the business and across different teams. 

• Will apply previous experience, skills & knowledge to maintain Health, Safety and Environmental considerations and suggest improvements to procedures wherever possible. 

• Good working experience of IT systems including electronic work card systems and Microsoft packages 

• Should have good interpersonal communication skills, willing to engage with different disciplines, teams and individuals to carry out duties within our growing team. 

Basic Qualifications/Experience  

• Accredited aerospace engineering qualification. 

• Relevant commercial aircraft apprenticeship or military equivalent would be an advantage. 

• Minimum 2-5 years’ experience in aircraft production, maintenance or overhaul. 

• Full UK driving licence.