Spares Assembly Fitter
World leading landing gear
Assembled by you
As a Spares Assembly Fitter within our production team, you'll be responsible for a variety of assembly operations. We encourage a proactive approach, providing you with the chance to implement continuous improvement methodologies and refine our assembly processes.
You'll have opportunities to learn and progress, with investment being made on site it's an exciting time to join our growing local team.
Looking after the people who make Safran great is a priority for us. We offer a range of benefits designed to support you, both in and outside of work.
•Time to unwind: Start with 25 days of holiday, plus UK Bank Holidays, and we offer options to buy or sell days to fit your needs.
•Sharing in our success: We believe in rewarding your contributions with an annual bonus and share scheme options.
•Planning for your future: We offer a generous pension scheme, with up to 8% matched contributions, and life assurance at 4x your salary.
•Making your work life easier: Enjoy onsite parking, including EV chargers, a subsidised restaurant, bicycle storage, and shower facilities.
•Flexibility that works for you: We offer a wide range of flexible benefits, because we know everyone's needs are different.
Who are Safran Landing Systems?
We are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets. Our expertise cover the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end: design, manufacturing, maintenance and repair.
We're at the forefront of aerospace technology, creating safer, more sustainable aviation for the next generation of aerospace. It's easy to take flying for granted, or forget the incredible amount of technical skills, capability and co-ordination required to create an aircraft. At Safran, we never take it for granted. Our people's talents and skills come together to make the feat of flying possible. Here, you can create an impact you're proud of, where you're rewarded for your dedication and willingness to learn.
Spares Assembly Fitter
World leading landing gear
Assembled by you
As a Spares Assembly Fitter within our production team, you'll be responsible for a variety of assembly operations. We encourage a proactive approach, providing you with the chance to implement continuous improvement methodologies and refine our assembly processes.
You'll have opportunities to learn and progress, with investment being made on site it's an exciting time to join our growing local team.
Looking after the people who make Safran great is a priority for us. We offer a range of benefits designed to support you, both in and outside of work.
•Time to unwind: Start with 25 days of holiday, plus UK Bank Holidays, and we offer options to buy or sell days to fit your needs.
•Sharing in our success: We believe in rewarding your contributions with an annual bonus and share scheme options.
•Planning for your future: We offer a generous pension scheme, with up to 8% matched contributions, and life assurance at 4x your salary.
•Making your work life easier: Enjoy onsite parking, including EV chargers, a subsidised restaurant, bicycle storage, and shower facilities.
•Flexibility that works for you: We offer a wide range of flexible benefits, because we know everyone's needs are different.
Who are Safran Landing Systems?
We are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets. Our expertise cover the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end: design, manufacturing, maintenance and repair.
We're at the forefront of aerospace technology, creating safer, more sustainable aviation for the next generation of aerospace. It's easy to take flying for granted, or forget the incredible amount of technical skills, capability and co-ordination required to create an aircraft. At Safran, we never take it for granted. Our people's talents and skills come together to make the feat of flying possible. Here, you can create an impact you're proud of, where you're rewarded for your dedication and willingness to learn.
Complementary Description
What will I be doing?
•Undertake sub-assembly work, to include: Heat & freeze bushes, wire locking, fitting wire inserts.
•Undertake assembly of complex units and landing gear for legacy programmes
•Perform machining operations to support the fitting role, including turning and grinding
•Working in conjunction with Manufacturing engineering and quality teams, have ability to problem solve and develop methods, and build schedules for assembly of legacy landing gear assemblies.
•Apply relevant sealants
•Accurately complete relevant documentation and routing cards
•Assembly and completion of associated production acceptance testing
•Carry out some electrical and hydraulic testing
•Gauge calibration
•Comply to FOD requirements and ensure area meets required standards
•Work to 5's standards
Shift work will be required on a 4-shift, 4 week rotation.
This will include :
• Dayshift
• Nightshift – Premium payment - 38.5% of salary
• Bridging shift - Premium payment - 39.75% of salary
• Weekend shift - Premium payment – 59.02% of salary
• You may also be required to work a 5th shift – Premium Payment – 48.7% of salary
Complementary Description
What will I be doing?
•Undertake sub-assembly work, to include: Heat & freeze bushes, wire locking, fitting wire inserts.
•Undertake assembly of complex units and landing gear for legacy programmes
•Perform machining operations to support the fitting role, including turning and grinding
•Working in conjunction with Manufacturing engineering and quality teams, have ability to problem solve and develop methods, and build schedules for assembly of legacy landing gear assemblies.
•Apply relevant sealants
•Accurately complete relevant documentation and routing cards
•Assembly and completion of associated production acceptance testing
•Carry out some electrical and hydraulic testing
•Gauge calibration
•Comply to FOD requirements and ensure area meets required standards
•Work to 5's standards
Shift work will be required on a 4-shift, 4 week rotation.
This will include :
• Dayshift
• Nightshift – Premium payment - 38.5% of salary
• Bridging shift - Premium payment - 39.75% of salary
• Weekend shift - Premium payment – 59.02% of salary
• You may also be required to work a 5th shift – Premium Payment – 48.7% of salary
Job Requirements
What do I need to succeed in the role?
• An Advanced Apprenticeship (NVQ Level 3) or equivalent
• Previous fitting, machining and tooling experience, ideally in an Aerospace/Automotive environment.
• Ability to follow and understand technical engineering drawings, specifications, procedures, and test instructions.
• You will be self-motivated, flexible and be able to contribute fully to improvement activities.
• Electrical experience would be advantageous but not essential.
Job Requirements
What do I need to succeed in the role?
• An Advanced Apprenticeship (NVQ Level 3) or equivalent
• Previous fitting, machining and tooling experience, ideally in an Aerospace/Automotive environment.
• Ability to follow and understand technical engineering drawings, specifications, procedures, and test instructions.
• You will be self-motivated, flexible and be able to contribute fully to improvement activities.
• Electrical experience would be advantageous but not essential.
Specificity of the job
At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.
We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage you to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experiences relevant to the requirements of this role.
We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum requirements regardless of their age, identity or background.
If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation please get in touch for an informal chat. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.
Please apply by uploading a CV, and if your experience matches what we're looking for, one of our recruitment team will give you a call.
Offers of employment will be subject to a relevant level of company security vetting, which may include a criminal record check
Join Safran and discover what we could achieve, together.
Specificity of the job
At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.
We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage you to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experiences relevant to the requirements of this role.
We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum requirements regardless of their age, identity or background.
If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation please get in touch for an informal chat. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.
Please apply by uploading a CV, and if your experience matches what we're looking for, one of our recruitment team will give you a call.
Offers of employment will be subject to a relevant level of company security vetting, which may include a criminal record check
Join Safran and discover what we could achieve, together.