Aircraft Fitters (Skilled & Semi-Skilled)
Location: Filton, Bristol
Rates: Skilled: £28.87/hr Umbrella (£21.58/hr PAYE) | Semi-Skilled: £25.62/hr Umbrella
(£19.14/hr PAYE)
Duration:12-Month Contract (Likely Extension and Potential Permanent Opportunity)
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 6:30am to 3:45pm
Clearance: BPSS Clearance Required
Start Date:26th October 2026
About the Role
Our Aerospace client is seeking both Skilled and Semi-Skilled Aircraft Fitters to join their Build Production team at their Filton site. This is an excellent opportunity to work on the assembly of military aircraft structures within a world-class aerospace manufacturing environment. Candidates will be involved in the assembly and fitting of aircraft components while working to strict engineering and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Working from engineering instructions and aircraft drawings.
- Performing fitting and assembly activities to required production standards.
- Using hand and power tools for drilling, shimming, sealing and general aircraft assembly.
- Supporting aircraft build programmes within a production environment.
- Completing mandatory training and achieving internal certification where required.
- Working safely in confined spaces and at height when necessary.
- Maintaining high standards of quality, safety and housekeeping.
What We're Looking For
Semi-Skilled Aircraft Fitters
- Experience using hand and power tools.
- Previous experience in a fitting, assembly, manufacturing or production role.
- Ability to interpret basic engineering instructions and drawings.
- Strong work ethic and commitment to quality and safety.
- Comfortable working at height and within confined spaces.
Skilled Aircraft Fitters
- Completed aerospace or engineering apprenticeship.
- NVQ Level 2 & 3 or equivalent engineering qualification.
- Time-served apprenticeship or recognised engineering training programme.
- Experience within aerospace, aviation or a comparable engineering environment.
- Copies of relevant qualifications must be provided with application.
If you're looking to develop your career within a leading aerospace manufacturing environment and have experience in aircraft fitting, engineering assembly, or mechanical production work, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV.
This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan
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