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Fitter/ Tester - AFM Civil
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Fitter / Tester
Location: Wolverhampton
Division: Aftermarket
Duration: 6 months rolling contract
Contract: Contract
Rates:
Double Days: £26.87 PAYE / £35.72 Umbrella - most likely working this shift
Early: MON-FRI 6am-1pm
Late: MON-FRI 1pm-9pm
Standard Days: £23.47 PAYE / £31.20 Umbrella
The Opportunity
Morson are recruiting for experienced Fitter / Testers to support an established Aerospace and Defence Aftermarket programme in Wolverhampton.
This is a hands-on role within a precision manufacturing environment, involving the evaluation, assembly, strip, rebuild and testing of mechanical units and sub-assemblies.
You'll work from detailed engineering drawings, process plans, Component Maintenance Manuals and Product Acceptance Test schedules, ensuring all work is completed accurately and to the required quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate, strip, assemble and test mechanical units and sub-assemblies
- Carry out assembly and testing using mechanical and some electrical techniques
- Work from engineering drawings, process plans and acceptance test schedules
- Perform functional testing using calibrated test equipment and accurately record results
- Use manual and digital precision measuring equipment, including micrometres and depth micrometres
- Support hydraulic assembly, testing and fault diagnosis
- Carry out fault finding during assembly and test activities
- Assess manufactured features for conformity and report any non-conformances
- Follow quality procedures and manufacturing standards at all times
- Participate in investigations, Lean events and continuous improvement activities
- Support stock control activities where required
- Safely transport tools, materials and equipment
- Work flexibly within the team to support production requirements
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Essential Skills & Experience
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical, Electro-Mechanical or Engineering discipline
- Strong mechanical assembly experience within a precision manufacturing environment
- Good understanding of hydraulic systems and mechanical actuation principles
- Experience working from detailed engineering drawings and process documentation
- Competent using precision measuring equipment such as micrometres and depth gauges
- Previous experience working within a regulated Aerospace or Defence environment
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
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Desirable Experience
- Experience assembling and testing actuation or hydraulic systems
- Ability to interpret mechanical and basic electrical schematics
- Previous fault-finding and diagnostic experience
- Experience within an Aftermarket or component maintenance environment
- A flexible, calm and proactive approach to working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
What We Offer
- Competitive PAYE and Umbrella rates
- Weekly pay
- Access to Morson contractor benefits
- Dedicated support from the Morson team
- Opportunity to work on major Aerospace and Defence programmes
- Potential for longer-term opportunities
If you're an experienced Fitter, Mechanical Fitter, Test Technician, Fitter/Tester or Aircraft Component Technician with a strong mechanical assembly background, we'd love to hear from you.
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