Airframe Fitter

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Airframe Fitter

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Location: Cambridge, CB5 8RX

Contract: 12-month rolling contract (long-term – approx. 3 years of work)

Start Date: From January (later starts available)

Hours: 5-5-4 shift pattern, 07:00–18:00

Weekly Hours: Approx. 40 hours + overtime (up to 50 hours total)

Pay Rate: £27.97 PAYE / £38.48 Umbrella



Morson Edge are recruiting for an experienced Airframe Fitter to support long-term aircraft maintenance and modification programmes based in Cambridge. This is a long-term contract opportunity offering stability, consistent overtime, and the chance to work within a highly regarded aerospace environment.

Reporting to a Technician or Team Leader, the successful candidate will carry out aircraft structural and mechanical maintenance tasks in accordance with approved documentation, ensuring the highest standards of safety, compliance, and workmanship.



Key Responsibilities

Carry out maintenance, modification, and repair activities on aircraft structures and mechanical systems in line with approved work instructions

Ensure compliance with all airworthiness, HSE, and procedural requirements

Work in accordance with tool control, document control, system updates, and certification processes

Accurately record time and complete all required aircraft documentation

Maintain a consistently high standard of workmanship

Remove and install aircraft components, parts, and panels, including work in confined spaces and fuel tanks

Assist with aircraft movement, jacking, and trestling activities

Clean aircraft, components, parts, and tooling to support inspection and maintenance

Carry out repairs to aircraft structures and components as required

Refit or replace defective parts using hand and power tools

Assist with testing aircraft parts using gauges and instruments

Interpret work cards, work orders, technical drawings, blueprints, and manufacturer instructions

Operate cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment safely

Order materials, parts, and equipment when required

Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate maintenance activities

Support continuous improvement initiatives and undertake additional duties as directed



Skills & Capabilities

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

High levels xbpsjku of integrity and professionalism

Good problem-solving skills

Proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement



Qualifications & Experience

Completion of a recognised Engineering apprenticeship or an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)

Proven experience carrying out aircraft maintenance on large transport aircraft

Experience in maintenance checks, structural repairs, component maintenance, and flight control rigging

C-130 experience advantageous but not essential



What’s on Offer

Long-term contract with up to 3 years of work

Competitive pay rates with overtime available

Stable shift pattern and consistent workload

Opportunity to work on complex aircraft programmes within a well-established aerospace organisation
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Location:
Cambridge
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Construction And Property

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