Aircraft Mechanical Fitter

Oxford, Oxfordshire
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On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit an Aircraft Mechanical Fitter on an initial 3-month contract. As the Aircraft Mechanical Fitter, you will be working for the largest helicopter manufacturer.

Role: Aircraft Mechanical Fitter
Pay: £21.05 per hour Via PAYE
Location: Oxford
Contract: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 17:00 - 40 hours per week,3-month contract
IR35 Status: Inside
Security Clearance: BPSS, will require SC Clearnce

Responsibilities

Accomplishment of work for the Installation Supervisor or Certifying Engineer.
Work to high standards to ensure continued safe operation of the aircraft.
Manufacture electrical looms and avionics systems in accordance with design data
Conduct off-aircraft work in workshops as required
Will also be required to assist in day to day running of the hangar, including aircraft movements and general house keeping
Required to work shifts as part of normal working routine
Flexible working attitude to deal with the changing priorities within the department
Manufacture parts from sheet material
Assemble parts manufactured by subcontractors
Work closely with the design office
Work to high standards to ensure continued safe operation of the aircraft.
Interpret design drawings and manufacture parts from sheet metal in both a production and prototype environment
Manufacture brackets and assemblies from sheet material
Work to design specification drawings
Will be working within a highly regulated environment
Remove and refit panels and cowlings to helicopters and equipment
Install brackets, doubler plates, etc in association with the embodiment of modifications to customers helicopters
Carry out repairs to aircraft structures
Essential Skills& Qualifications

Completed a formal aviation apprenticeship or related discipline.
Experience on Airbus Helicopters.
Ability to work as part of a team, and on own initiative, as well as to high standards to ensure the continued, safe operation of the aircraft.
Able to work in confined spaces
Experience of helicopter systems
Flexible with a positive approach and genuine enthusiasm for the role.
Reliable with ability to remain calm when under pressure.
Well organised and methodical - paying attention to detail.
Able to work to a shift pattern, as required.
Ability to accurately interpret detailed mechanical drawings and associated data
Have recent experience of manufacturing brackets and fittings from sheet metal
Recent experience of on and off aircraft repairs using sheet material
Experience of riveting techniques and ability to carry out riveting on and off the aircraft

Driving license
If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation

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Job Info
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Job Title:
Aircraft Mechanical Fitter
Company:
CV-Library
Location:
Oxford, Oxfordshire
Salary:
Competitive
Posted:
Sep 10th 2025
Closes:
Oct 11th 2025
Sector:
Automotive & Aerospace
Contract:
Contract
Hours:
Full Time
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