Skilled Fitters

Location: Western Approach, Bristol Contract: 6-Month Ongoing Shift Pattern: 7-Day Fortnight Days Security Clearance: Baseline Security Clearance Required Prior to Start

Rates

£24.52 per hour £28.75 per hour overtime in the week £38.33 overtime weekends

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

Thursday Friday 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 2 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