MERITUS are recruiting for an Aircraft Mechanical Fitter to join our client near Telford at RAF Shawbury. Please note, you must have: COMPLETED A FORMAL AVIATION APPRENTICESHIP OR RELATED DISCIPLINE.

AIRCRAFT MECHANICAL FITTER - INSIDE IR35 - £28.16 PER HOUR - 6 MONTHS (+LIKELY EXTENSIONS) - RAF SHAWBURY - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS

This is a non-certifying role supporting line and base maintenance of the H135 and H145 fleet, ensuring safe, compliant aircraft operation and high availability in support of flight training operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support line and base maintenance activities as directed by Supervisors and Certifying Engineers.

• Carry out airframe, powerplant, mechanical, electrical, and component maintenance in line with OEM instructions.

• Provide engineering support to Flight Operations.

• Conduct off-aircraft workshop tasks, including component and composite work.

• Assist with aircraft movements, hangar operations, and general housekeeping.

• Maintain high safety and quality standards to support >98% aircraft availability.

Skills & Experience:

Essential

• Apprenticeship in Aircraft Maintenance or related discipline.

• Strong knowledge of engine and airframe systems.

• Experience in line and base maintenance.

• Familiarity with flight operations and aircraft maintenance environments.

Desirable

• Experience on H135 / H145 aircraft.

• Knowledge of UK military aviation and MFTS.

• Understanding of CAA Part 145 / Part M regulations.

• Experience with Helicopters products.