Skilled Fitter - Aerospace
| Company: | Morson Talent |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £19.70 to £26.19 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | BB10 2TQ |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 20 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 19 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Skilled Fitter – Aerospace Manufacturing
Location: Burnley, Lancashire
Contract: Ongoing
Rate:
£26.19 per hour Umbrella / £19.70 per hour PAYE
Overtime: Available
Travel & Accommodation:
Up to £200 per week for eligible candidates living 39+ miles from site
Take Your Fitting Skills into Aerospace
Morson Edge is looking for
Level 3 qualified Fitters with manufacturing experience to join a long-term aerospace manufacturing programme in Burnley.
You do not need previous aerospace experience.
If you're an experienced fitter working within manufacturing, can confidently use hand tools, follow engineering drawings and assemble components accurately, your skills could transfer directly into this opportunity.
You'll receive the opportunity to move into aerospace manufacturing, working on the precision assembly of
aircraft nacelle structures and components within an established, professional production environment.
If you've worked as a:
- Fitting and assembling aircraft components and sub-assemblies
- Working accurately from engineering drawings and technical instructions
- Drilling, countersinking, riveting, fastening and torquing
- Using hand tools, measuring equipment, tooling and fixtures
- Positioning components accurately for assembly
- Checking your work against required quality standards
- Recording production and traceability information
- Identifying and reporting defects or non-conformances
- Working safely within a structured manufacturing environment
- Hands-on experience as a fitter within a manufacturing environment
- Good practical fitting and assembly skills
- Experience using hand tools and fitting equipment
- Ability to read and work from engineering drawings or technical instructions
- Good attention to detail and precision
- A quality-focused approach to your work
- Ability to work effectively as part of a production team
Mechanical Fitter
Sheet Metal Worker
Assembly Fitter
Aircraft Fitter or Aircraft Technician
Skilled Fitter
...and hold a relevant
Level 3 qualification or completed apprenticeship, we'd like to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing
You'll use your existing fitting and manufacturing skills to assemble aircraft structures and components to precise engineering and quality standards.
Your work will include:
Previous aerospace experience is beneficial, but it isn't essential.
What You Need
The key requirement is a combination of
Level 3 engineering qualifications and practical fitting experience within manufacturing.
You'll need:
Level 3 engineering/manufacturing qualification or completed relevant apprenticeship
Experience with
drilling, riveting, countersinking, sheet metal, aerospace fastening, composites or self-inspection would be advantageous, but isn't essential.
Moving into Aerospace?
Don't rule yourself out because you haven't built aircraft before.
If you've developed strong fitting skills within another manufacturing environment, this could be an opportunity to
transfer those skills into aerospace and build experience within a highly regulated engineering sector.
We're interested in the practical skills you've developed, not simply whether your previous job title included the word "aircraft".
Travel & Accommodation Assistance
If you live
39 miles or more from the Burnley site, you may be eligible to claim
up to £200 per week towards qualifying travel and accommodation costs.
This makes the opportunity accessible to experienced fitters considering travelling to Burnley or staying away during the working week.
The current assistance policy is due to be reviewed on
1 February 2027.
Key Information
Location: Burnley, Lancashire
Contract: Ongoing
Umbrella: £26.19 per hour
PAYE: £19.70 per hour
Overtime: Available
Travel/Accommodation: Up to £200 per week for eligible candidates living 39+ miles from site
Environment: Aerospace Manufacturing
Start: ASAP
Your fitting experience could take you into aerospace.
If you're a
Level 3 qualified Fitter with manufacturing experience, we'd like to hear from you.
Previous aerospace experience is not required.
Apply now with your updated CV.
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