Fabricator / Fitter technician in Kidlington, Oxfordshire

Air Personnel are delighted to support a long standing client for the role of  Fabricator / Fitter technician

Description/Overall purpose of the Job

Sheet Metal Fabricator/Fitter role is to contribute to the delivery of bespoke, high-quality helicopter solutions through complex prototype development, retrofit, and series production. The role involves developing and manufacturing detailed parts from sheet metal to aviation standards within a workshop or hangar, assembling components, and working closely with the design team on prototype work. 

Carry out detailed inspections of subcontractor manufactured parts to ensure compliance with engineering drawings. Carrying out repairs to in service helicopters using sheet metal and composite techniques. With the overall output to maintain the safety and airworthiness of helicopters within the customisation and MRO departments

Main responsibilities

Accomplishment of work as directed by the Installation Supervisor or Certifying Engineer

Manufacture detailed parts from sheet metal

Inspect parts manufactured by subcontractors

Assembling parts manufactured by subcontractors

Applying protective coatings

Working closely with the design team

All parts manufactured must be in compliance with the design data to ensure safe operation of aircraft

Working as part of a team or individually depending on the specific work packages

Will also be required to assist in day to day running of the hangar, including aircraft handling.

Maintain high standards house keeping in line with a “Clean As You Go” initiative

Working within a highly regulated environment

Carry out repairs to helicopter structures and components

Flexible working attitude to deal with the changing priorities within the departments

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Ability to work as part of a team, and on own initiative, as well as to high standards in order to ensure the continued safe operation of the aircraft.

Be able to read and understand detailed engineering drawings and associated data

Interest in DIY

Good manual hand skills

Able to work in confined spaces

Good communication skills

Reliable with ability to remain calm when under pressure

Well organised and methodical with a high attention to detail

Able to adhere to the requirements of H&S to wear the appropriate PPE for each task

Ability to use Google Office and MS products

Desirable

Knowledge of techniques used in manufacturing parts from sheet metal to close tolerance

Knowledge of types of fasteners used to assemble sheet metal and components using rivets, mechanical fasteners and adhesive bonding used in aviation

Ability to use SAP / Envision

Education, Qualifications or Training

Essential

Minimum Level 2 qualification in Fabrication

Must be able to present examples of work done via photographic record. 

Previous experience in a similar role such as Sheet Metal Working, Metal Fabrication, Mechanical Fitter or Automotive repair

Clean Driving Licence

Desirable

Aviation experience 

Sheet Metal Experience

Composites Experience

About you

Attention to detail

Punctuality 

Ability to meet deadlines 

Ability to work as part of a diverse, multi-skilled workforce 

High level of integrity and understanding of responsibility 

Additional requirements

Due to the nature of this position you will require DBS Security Clearance and be eligible for SC clearance.

Applicants must meet any/all requirements of Export Compliance Regulations.

All candidates must possess the current, legal right to work in the United Kingdom. Airbus will not be able to offer sponsorship for any employment Visa's.

Shift working may be required as part of a normal working pattern. (shift allowance payable)

Occasional need to travel to subcontractors or other facilities including overseas

Please call Michelle for further details or email your CV