Composite Fitter
Permanent - Full Time - Mon-Fri
Stevenage Based
Competitive Salary & Benefits
About the role:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Composite Fitter to join a FTSE 250 Aerospace Organisation. Headquartered in the UK, my client is a global engineering group specialising in extreme environment components and smart sub-systems for aerospace, defence and energy markets. My Client have over 50 years of experience in the design, manufacture, test and support of a wide range of radomes for airborne, naval and land-based platforms.
You will be working within the Composites Sector on Radome contracts for Military Aircraft with bespoke composites and tooling. You will operate as a multi-skilled, adaptable worker to ensure maximum effectiveness and efficiency and have a full knowledge of processes and tools used with composites and metallics in the aircraft industry:
- Setting structures in trim and assembly jigs
- Drill/Ream/Countersink in panels with Vanmar tools
- Fettling using appropriate tools and equipment
- Mixing and used of adhesives and sealants
- Percussion riveting
- Treatment touch-up in localised areas on aluminium
The role is an excellent opportunity to use your engineering qualifications to build a career in an aerospace sector. Full training and career development opportunities are provided.
What do I need to do the role?
You will need to have an Apprenticeship or equivalent in Engineering/Manufacturing. Ideally you will have Composite Fitting experience within the Aerospace industry.
What else do I need to know?
This is a permanent position with a competitive salary and excellent benefits including a defined contribution pension scheme, 25 days holiday, share save scheme, dental plan, life assurance and discount schemes.