Aircraft Mechanical Fitter £5000 Sign on Bonus

Aircraft Mechanical Fitter £5000 Sign on Bonus in GAC Farnborough £5000 Sign on Bonus Unique Skills Fly with Us Our aircraft are industry leaders and so are our people. We're looking for talented, motivated individuals who are ready to do innovative work, and we offer exciting career opportunities worldwide. About Our Group We are a regional service center supporting our customers on multiple lines of our Gulfstream aircraft for ongoing maintenance and support. We are a global company where our R&D through delivery to customers is done in the United States, but we provide continued customer support around the globe. About The Role The aircraft fitter for this role will focous on mechanical areas for our aircraft requiring service. Person selected for this role will work a 4x4 Shift: 0700-1900. Education And Experience Requirements Secondary school education with GSE Grade C or above in English, Mathematics.Recognised Aviation industry approved apprenticeship required. Recognised Aviation industry approved apprenticeship with experience within a EASA Part 145 organisation. Working knowledge of EASA regulations, process specifications, Repair Station and Quality Control manuals, and company policies and procedures. Position Purpose :The Aircraft Fitter I, under supervision, performs or assists with inspection, maintenance and repair of aircraft systems and structures.Assumes the duties and responsibilities of the Maintenance Team Lead when required. and instructed to by the Service Team Manager. Job Description Principle Duties and Responsibilities:Essential Functions: Communicate as required. to receive and understand work assignments. Perform aircraft inspections, repairs, and modifications under supervision of certifying staff. Assist with movement of aircraft as required. Properly complete CMP cards, work order sign-offs, and other paper work in a timely manner. Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications. Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment. Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely. Follow standard operating procedures when operating ground support equipment (external power carts, hydraulic power units, hydraulic lift platforms, forklifts, compressed gas cylinders, etc.) . Ensure all customer property is properly protected. Additional Functions: Use material tracking system to create parts demand, and to charge labor to Work Orders, items, and squawks. . Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic and de-icing fluids, and solvent rags. Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered. . Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment. Return items to designated storage area after use. . Comply with safety rules and procedures. Use protective equipment as required. and be alert for unsafe conditions. Address and report unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk. . In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required. . Perform other duties as assigned. Additional Information Requisition Number: 227660 Category: Maintenance Percentage of Travel: Up to 25% Shift: UK Shift Pattern 4x4 700-1900 Employment Type: Full-time Posting End Date: 12/12/2025 Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee. Copyright © 2025 Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft