Skilled Fitter - Falseworks

Job Title: Skilled Fitter

Location: Southampton
Shifts: 2 Earlies / 3 Lates (Weekly Rotation)
Rates & Hours:
Earlies: £22.23 PAYE / £30.56 Umbrella 06:00-14:15 (Mon-Thu), 06:00-12:00 (Fri)
Lates: £25.94 PAYE / £35.66 Umbrella 14:15-22:30 (Mon-Thu), 12:00-18:00 (Fri)
Contract: Ongoing - Long-Term Opportunity

Due to the nature of the work, BPSS clearance is required. Only UK nationals or eligible applicants will be considered. Failure to obtain or maintain clearance may impact employment.

Who We Are & What's on Offer

We're looking for experienced Skilled Fitters - Falseworks to join a high-performance aerospace team, working on the A350 programme.

You'll be part of the crew assembling and repairing high-precision structures using falsework-think jigs, cradles and custom frameworks designed to align large components like fuselage sections, wings or tanks during build.

This is precision work with real impact. If you're methodical, hands-on, and serious about aerospace, this is your next step.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Skilled Fitter - Falsework Assembly, you'll operate as part of a skilled manufacturing team, reporting to the Flow Leader and collaborating with Engineering, Quality, and Planning to ensure all targets are hit safely, on time and to spec.

Your day-to-day will include:

Structural Assembly & Precision Work
Experienced in stripping, repairing, and assembling aircraft structures with precision hand-fitting, drilling, and fastening to tight tolerances.
Technical Interpretation & Documentation
Skilled in reading engineering drawings, repair schemes, and completing work route cards ensuring full traceability.
Surface Treatment & Systems Installation
Proficient in applying seals, coatings, and assembling aircraft pipework to industry standards.
Testing & Quality Assurance
Competent in performing alignment, pressure, and electrical bonding tests while strictly adhering to safety, quality, and lean processes.

What You'll Need to Succeed

You'll be a hands-on engineer with strong technical know-how, a problem-solving mindset and the drive to deliver high-quality work every shift.

Essential:

Qualifications & Experience:
NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Engineering/Manufacturing or time-served apprenticeship with significant aerospace assembly experience (metallic/composite).
Technical Skills:
Strong understanding of technical drawings, engineering documentation, and confident computer use for documentation.
Work Ethic & Practices:
Excellent hand skills, attention to detail, able to work independently or in teams, and familiar with 5S, lean principles, and safe workshop practices.

Desirable:

Current expertise in aerospace fitting skills with strong manual handling awareness.
Positive, can-do attitude and a strong work ethic suited for a physically active role.

Why Apply?

Join a leading aerospace programme where your skills matter. Apply now, take ownership, thrive under pressure, and help shape the future of flight.