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Composite Fitter

United Kingdom, East Yorkshire 24.00 GBP / Hour · Job Posted March 01, 2026
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The role of a Composite Fitter involves the skilled assembly and fitting of composite components, ensuring strict compliance with rigorous processes relating to bonded joints and inserts. A Composite Fitter is a vital contributor to the composite ecosystem, responsible for maintaining the safety and reliability of various composite parts used in aeroplanes and helicopters. This position is detail-oriented, requiring precision, problem-solving skills- particularly on new projects - and a sound understanding of assembly techniques.

Job Responsibility

  • Assembly and production of components, ensuring compliance with engineering specifications and adherence to deadlines
  • Assembling metal structures
  • Working with composite materials
  • Performing specialist bonding processes
  • Troubleshooting and diagnosis of mechanical and assembly issues
  • Using data and manufacturing processes to meet drawing or client specifications
  • Using various gauges and instruments to ensure accurate assembly of parts and fittings
  • Thoroughly documenting all work to cover all aspects of process control
  • Accurately completing all documentation and registers
  • Correct use, control, and maintenance of a wide range of hand tools, power tools, and specialised fitting and testing equipment

Requirements

  • Skilled assembly and fitting of composite components
  • Compliance with rigorous processes relating to bonded joints and inserts
  • Precision
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Sound understanding of assembly techniques
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Assessment skills
  • Meticulous attention to documentation and process compliance
  • Ability to work with composite materials
  • Ability to perform specialist bonding processes
  • Ability to use various gauges and instruments
  • Strict adherence to health, safety, environmental regulations, and COSHH regarding materials use and storage
  • Correct use, control, and maintenance of a wide range of hand tools, power tools, and specialised fitting and testing equipment
  • Adaptability
  • Capability of supporting concurrent activities
  • Ability to work occasional shift work
  • Commitment to health, safety, and human factors
  • Ability to identify and resolve issues using appropriate processes
  • Collaboration skills
  • Effective communication
  • Dependability
  • Proactivity
  • Ownership of work

What we offer

  • Opportunity for extension
  • Excellent stepping stone into a broader engineering career
  • Valuable opportunities for professional growth

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