Aircraft Fitter – Skilled Trade Role in Aerospace Manufacturing

About the role

Join Airbus Belfast’s fast‑growing A220 composite wing programme as an Aircraft Fitter. You will work in a cutting‑edge aerospace manufacturing environment, developing your trade skills while contributing to high‑profile aircraft production.

Key responsibilities

• Check and verify kit parts against drawing schedules.
• Manufacture a range of aerospace hardware to exact specifications.
• Maintain a safe and healthy working environment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Work a variety of shifts and occasional travel within the UK.

Required profile

• Completed a recognised engineering apprenticeship (e.g., Aircraft Maintenance Technician, Sheet Metal Worker, Mechanical & Maintenance Fitter, etc.) or at least four years’ experience in a similar skilled trade.
• Level 3 diploma or NVQ/SVQ/IMI/BTEC in a mechanical engineering discipline.
• Unrestricted right to work in the United Kingdom.
• Ability to pass BPSS, Export Control and Access NI checks.

Required skills

• Sheet‑metal fabrication and mechanical fitting.
• Interpretation of technical and engineering drawings.
• Use of hand tools and basic workshop equipment.
• Health & safety compliance in an industrial setting.

What we offer

• Salary £32,495.32 – £35,367.80 per year (overtime can push earnings above £40k).
• 260 hours paid holiday including public holidays.
• Attractive overtime rates and shift allowances.
• Employee Assistance Programme, life assurance (2× basic salary), and pension matching 5‑8%.