Skilled Aircraft Fitter

Contract Type:

Contract

Location:

Filton

Industry:

Aerospace

Contact Name:

Jake Appleton

Contact Email:

Jake.Appleton@meritustalent.com

Contact Phone:

02921 673 746

Date Published:

10-Feb-2026

MERITUS are recruiting for a Skilled Aircraft Fitter to join our client for their intake on the 5th May 2026. Please note you MUST have an NVQ Level 2 and Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering to qualify for intake.

SKILLED AIRCRAFT FITTER - INSIDE IR35 - £27.89 PER HOUR - 12 MONTHS - 5TH MAY START - FILTON, GLOUCESTERSHIRE - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS

Responsibilities

  • Work from engineering instructions and understand Aircraft Drawings
  • Complete tasks to the required standards
  • General tasks include the use of power tools for drilling, shimming, and sealing
  • 1 st party certification will be required following successful completion of the relevant courses
  • You may need to work in a confined space (tank work), which includes restricted and physically demanding wing access and egress through oval shaped manholes

Skill Set

Essential

  • Aerospace or Engineering Full Apprenticeship
  • Indenture and City & Guilds Level 2, BTEC ONC or Modern Apprenticeship Certificate, NVQ Level 2, 3, Key Skills level 2 and City & Guilds Level 2/BTEC ONC in a recognised engineering field
  • Self-motivation with good communication skills
  • An ability to work alone or as part of a team
  • An openness to continuous improvement processes and new ways of working
  • Knowledge and a high regard for Health and Safety standards

Shifts – Monday to Thursday 6.30am to 3.45pm

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