Airframe Fitter

Airframe Fitter Location: Cambridge, CB5 8RX Contract: 12-month rolling contract (long-term approx. 3 years of work) Start Date: From January (later starts available) Hours: 5-5-4 shift pattern, 07:0018:00 Weekly Hours: Approx. 40 hours + overtime (up to 50 hours total) Pay Rate: 27.97 PAYE / 38.48 Umbrella Morson Edge are recruiting for an experienced Airframe Fitter to support long-term aircraft maintenance and modification programmes based in Cambridge. This is a long-term contract opportunity offering stability, consistent overtime, and the chance to work within a highly regarded aerospace environment. Reporting to a Technician or Team Leader, the successful candidate will carry out aircraft structural and mechanical maintenance tasks in accordance with approved documentation, ensuring the highest standards of safety, compliance, and workmanship. Key Responsibilities Carry out maintenance, modification, and repair activities on aircraft structures and mechanical systems in line with approved work instructions Ensure compliance with all airworthiness, HSE, and procedural requirements Work in accordance with tool control, document control, system updates, and certification processes Accurately record time and complete all required aircraft documentation Maintain a consistently high standard of workmanship Remove and install aircraft components, parts, and panels, including work in confined spaces and fuel tanks Assist with aircraft movement, jacking, and trestling activities Clean aircraft, components, parts, and tooling to support inspection and maintenance Carry out repairs to aircraft structures and components as required Refit or replace defective parts using hand and power tools Assist with testing aircraft parts using gauges and instruments Interpret work cards, work orders, technical drawings, blueprints, and manufacturer instructions Operate cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment safely Order materials, parts, and equipment when required Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate maintenance activities Support continuous improvement initiatives and undertake additional duties as directed Skills & Capabilities Strong attention to detail Ability to work effectively as part of a team High levels of integrity and professionalism Good problem-solving skills Proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement Qualifications & Experience Completion of a recognised Engineering apprenticeship or an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) Proven experience carrying out aircraft maintenance on large transport aircraft Experience in maintenance checks, structural repairs, component maintenance, and flight control rigging C-130 experience advantageous but not essential What's on Offer Long-term contract with up to 3 years of work Competitive pay rates with overtime available Stable shift pattern and consistent workload Opportunity to work on complex aircraft programmes within a well-established aerospace organisation TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-01-09