Aircraft Fitter

AIRBUS DS GEO SA

Belfast, United Kingdom
Base: £32,495.32 - £35,367.80; overtime: up to £40...
Not specified (assumed full-time on-site)
Read and interpret engineering drawings
Work flexible shifts and overtime
Maintain safe working environment
Airbus DS GEO SA is seeking skilled Aircraft Fitters for their Belfast location to support the A220 composite wing program. Candidates must have a recognized engineering apprenticeship or relevant experience in a skilled trade, and the position offers competitive salaries and extensive benefits

Job Summary

  • The role supports the ramp-up activity for the A220 composite wing programme at Airbus Belfast.
  • Candidates will receive full training on product specifics despite aircraft-fitting experience not being essential.
  • The position offers a salary range of £32,495.32 to £35,367.80 with potential earnings over £40,000 with overtime.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Airbus DS GEO SA is seeking skilled Aircraft Fitters for their Belfast location to support the A220 composite wing program. Candidates must have a recognized engineering apprenticeship or relevant experience in a skilled trade, and the position offers competitive salaries and extensive benefits.

Salary

Base: £32,495.32 - £35,367.80; Overtime: Up to £40,000+ per annum; Benefits: 260 hours holiday, pension match 5-8%, life assurance 2x salary

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Read and interpret engineering drawings
  • Work flexible shifts and overtime
  • Maintain safe working environment
  • Check kit parts against schedules

Nice-to-have

  • Skilled trade background in manufacturing
  • Commitment to sustainability goals
  • Adaptability to new technologies

Key Requirements

  • Unrestricted legal right to work in UK without sponsorship
  • Level 3 diploma or four years skilled trade experience
  • Pass BPSS security clearance and Export Control checks

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted legal authorization (e.g., British/Irish citizenship, Settled Status, ILR)

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