Job Title: Structural Fitter / Sheet Metal Worker (SMW) – Aviation
Location: Near Stansted, UK
Contract Type: Long-term
Start Date: Immediate
Hours: 40–60 hours per week
Tools: Own tools required
Job Description:
We are seeking experienced Structural Fitters / Sheet Metal Workers (SMWs) to join a well-established aviation maintenance team near Stansted. This role focuses on structural repairs and component replacements on commercial aircraft. Candidates must have recent hands-on experience and be able to work independently from technical documentation.
Key Responsibilities:
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Perform structural repairs and fabrication, including flush repair doublers on engine inlets and flight control surfaces
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Replace inlet lip skin segments and flight control skin panels
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Remove and install bolted and riveted sub-assemblies
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Work from SRMs (Structural Repair Manuals), CMMs, and other OEM documentation
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Follow aviation safety and quality procedures
Components You Will Work On:
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Engine inlets
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Fan cowls
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Thrust reversers
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Flight control surfaces
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Landing gear
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Passenger doors
Requirements:
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Experience in aircraft structural fitting or aviation sheet metal work
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Ability to read and follow technical manuals and repair instructions
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Skilled in the use of standard aviation sheet metal tools
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Must have own tools
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Must have the legal right to work in the UK