Aerospace Fitter

3 weeks ago

bristol, United Kingdom GKN Aerospace Full time

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, were inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. Were proud to play a part in protecting the worlds democracies. And were committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the worlds aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

Its great to know youre making a difference to the future of aviation Whatever part you play youll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers.


At our GKN Filton site, we specialise in the design and manufacture of large complex structural wing assemblies, detailed metallic componentsand wing systems for a combination of both civil and military aircraft.

We're looking for qualified fitters to operate as multi-skilled, flexible workers to ensure maximum effectiveness and efficiency within the department.

Successful applicants will have a wideknowledge of hand and machine tools used in the aircraft industry including:


Precussion riveting
Drill/Ream/Countersink in panels with Vanmar tools
Setting structures in build jigs
Deburring of structures
Fettling using approved setting tools
Treatment touch-up in localised areas on aluminium
Use of CNC pillar drills (DONAU)
Part Marking + Identifying

How You'll Contribute
  • Ensure parts are produced on a right first time basis
  • Ensure that any calibrated equipment used is within date
  • Responsible for the timely clearance of work phases using the SAP system
  • Responsible for highlighting any non-conformance to the Process Team Leader
  • Adhering to the requirements of the GKNAF Quality Procedures
  • Accountable for Health & Safety requirements under Section 7 of the HASAWA 1974
  • To hold first party inspection approval (M02 status is subject to obtaining A stamp approval)
What You'll Bring

To help us make a difference, youll bring your passion and talent for what you do along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes:

Essential:

  • Must have a recognised indentured apprenticeship
  • Export Control understanding and regulatory requirements
  • Ability to work to standard operating procedures

Desirable:

  • Previous manufacturing experience in an aircraft production environment
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and techniques to support GKNAF continuous improvement initiatives
What We'll Offer

Once youre on board youll get the following perks and benefits:

  • Starting salary of £33,946 rising to £35,336 once fully certified (after around 3 months) + shift allowance where applicable (up to 33%)
  • Industry Leading Pension Scheme = well match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis
  • Life Assurance 8 x salary
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Income protection
  • Shopping discounts
  • Cycle To Work Scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family
  • A collaborative, dynamic working environment

As well as a competitive package well offer you a world of opportunity. We want to see your career fly Well support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. Thats the beauty of being part of a global business, once youre on board you never know where you career journey may take you

Well offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles weve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. Its a culture that won us The Best Workplace Culture Award. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

Were also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We arethe place where human dreams, plus humanendeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.?


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