Fitter/ Tester - AFM Civil

Fitter / Tester

Location: Wolverhampton Division: Aftermarket Duration: 6 months rolling contract Contract: Contract Rates:

Double Days: £26.87 PAYE / £35.72 Umbrella – most likely working this shift Early: MON-FRI 6am-1pm Late: MON-FRI 1pm-9pm

Standard Days: £23.47 PAYE / £31.20 Umbrella

The Opportunity

Morson are recruiting for experienced Fitter / Testers to support an established Aerospace and Defence Aftermarket programme in Wolverhampton.

This is a hands-on role within a precision manufacturing environment, involving the evaluation, assembly, strip, rebuild and testing of mechanical units and sub-assemblies.

You'll work from detailed engineering drawings, process plans, Component Maintenance Manuals and Product Acceptance Test schedules, ensuring all work is completed accurately and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate, strip, assemble and test mechanical units and sub-assemblies Carry out assembly and testing using mechanical and some electrical techniques Work from engineering drawings, process plans and acceptance test schedules Perform functional testing using calibrated test equipment and accurately record results Use manual and digital precision measuring equipment, including micrometres and depth micrometres Support hydraulic assembly, testing and fault diagnosis Carry out fault finding during assembly and test activities Assess manufactured features for conformity and report any non-conformances Follow quality procedures and manufacturing standards at all times Participate in investigations, Lean events and continuous improvement activities Support stock control activities where required Safely transport tools, materials and equipment Work flexibly within the team to support production requirements Essential Skills & Experience NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical, Electro-Mechanical or Engineering discipline Strong mechanical assembly experience within a precision manufacturing environment Good understanding of hydraulic systems and mechanical actuation principles Experience working from detailed engineering drawings and process documentation Competent using precision measuring equipment such as micrometres and depth gauges Previous experience working within a regulated Aerospace or Defence environment Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team Desirable Experience Experience assembling and testing actuation or hydraulic systems Ability to interpret mechanical and basic electrical schematics Previous fault-finding and diagnostic experience Experience within an Aftermarket or component maintenance environment A flexible, calm and proactive approach to working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment

What We Offer

Competitive PAYE and Umbrella rates Weekly pay Access to Morson contractor benefits Dedicated support from the Morson team Opportunity to work on major Aerospace and Defence programmes Potential for longer-term opportunities

If you're an experienced Fitter, Mechanical Fitter, Test Technician, Fitter/Tester or Aircraft Component Technician with a strong mechanical assembly background, we'd love to hear from you