Fitter
UNITED KINGDOM
Job description
Fitter
Vacancy details
General information
Entity
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.
Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems. Its expertise covers the entire life cycle of its products, from design and manufacturing to maintenance and repair. The company has partnerships with more than 25 airframers in civil, regional, commercial and military transport, supporting more than 35,000 aircraft and making over 100,000 landings every day
Reference
2025-169298
Position description
Domain
Production
Job field / Job profile
Manufacture assembly and repair - Assembly
Job title
Fitter
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Employees / Staff
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
OE Assembly Fitter
Shifts: Days, Lates, Nights & Weekends
Shape the Future of Aerospace at Safran
Are you ready to contribute to ambitious projects and create a positive impact in the aerospace industry? At Safran, you'll work with the brightest minds and best technologies, building valuable experience and joining an innovative, supportive team.
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.
Why Work at Safran? Your Wellbeing & Benefits:
Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of benefits designed to support you—both in and out of work, including:
• Early finish on Fridays (where applicable)
• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell)
• Flexible working options
• Pension (matched up to 8%) and life assurance
• Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring
• Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers
• Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies
Join Us as an Assembly Fitter
Bring your technical skills and precision to a role where quality and craftsmanship matter. You'll work on complex assemblies, interpreting engineering drawings and applying your expertise to deliver components that meet exacting standards. In a collaborative environment, you'll contribute to continuous improvement and help shape the future of aerospace manufacturing.
What you'll be doing
• Assemble components and complete production acceptance testing to strict specifications.
• Interpret and work from technical drawings, specifications, and test instructions.
• Apply 5S principles and continuous improvement practices to maintain high standards.
• Perform turning and grinding operations, and design or make tooling when required.
• Ensure compliance with FOD and COSHH requirements throughout all activities.
Candidate skills & requirements
What you'll bring
• A full Level 3 engineering apprenticeship and proven fitting experience in aerospace or automotive.
• Strong understanding of specifications, procedures, and quality standards.
• Ability to work flexibly and contribute to improvement initiatives.
• Skilled in assembly techniques, with experience in turning and grinding; electrical knowledge is a plus.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety and compliance.
Join Us
Here, we craft excellence together. If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and be part of something bigger, we'd love to hear from you.
We are committed to building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity, inclusion, and equality.
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 strive to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment. Let us know via recruitment.team.sls.glo@safrangroup.com if you need support to showcase your talents or require any reasonable adjustments with your application
Offers of employment will be subject to a relevant level of company security vetting, which includes a criminal record check
Position location
Job location
Europe, UK, England, South West
City (-ies)
Gloucester