Safran
OE Fitter
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OE Fitter
Starting salary: £40,649 + excellent shift premiums!
Shifts: Days, Lates, Nights & Weekends
Shift premiums:
- Bridging shift: 39.75%
- Nights: 38.50%
- Weekend Shift (Night): 59.02%
- Weekend Day Shift (Fifth shift): 48.70%
Safran - Here, we craft excellence together.
At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.
Safran Landing Systems are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets.
Our expertise covers the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end; Design, Engineering & Manufacturing, through to Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO). The Gloucester OE site has been at the forefront of landing gear technology for over 85 years, dating from the innovative designs of Sir George Dowty to advanced landing gears for the world's most modern aircraft today.
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Your role:
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.
Key responsibilities:
- 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
What you'll bring:
- A full Level 3 engineering apprenticeship and proven fitting experience in aerospace or automotive (ESSENTIAL)
- 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.
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We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.
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