Aircraft Mechanical Fitter £5000 Employee Referral

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation
Farnborough
4 weeks ago
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Aircraft Mechanical Fitter £5000 Employee Referral in  GAC Farnborough

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4x4 Shift: 0700-1900


 

 

Education and Experience Requirements
Secondary school education with GSE Grade C or above in English, Mathematics.Recognised Aviation industry approved apprenticeship required. Recognised Aviation industry approved apprenticeship with experience within a EASA Part 145 organisation. Working knowledge of EASA regulations, process specifications, Repair Station and Quality Control manuals, and company policies and procedures.Position Purpose:The Aircraft Fitter I, under supervision, performs or assists with inspection, maintenance and repair of aircraft systems and structures.Assumes the duties and responsibilities of the Maintenance Team Lead when required. and instructed to by the Service Team Manager.
Job Description
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:Essential Functions:
  1. Communicate as required. to receive and understand work assignments. Perform aircraft inspections, repairs, and modifications under supervision of certifying staff. Assist with movement of aircraft as required.
Properly complete CMP cards, work order sign-offs, and other paper work in a timely manner. Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications. Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment. Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely. Follow standard operating procedures when operating ground support equipment (external power carts, hydraulic power units, hydraulic lift platforms, forklifts, compressed gas cylinders, etc.) . Ensure all customer property is properly protected.Additional Functions:
  1. Use material tracking system to create parts demand, and to charge labor to Work Orders, items, and squawks. .
Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic and de-icing fluids, and solvent rags. Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered. . Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment. Return items to designated storage area after use. . Comply with safety rules and procedures. Use protective equipment as required. and be alert for unsafe conditions. Address and report unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk. . In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required. .Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 225064

Category: Maintenance

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date:03/31/2025 

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

 

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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