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Mechanical Technician (Aerospace)

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Wakefield
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Mechanical Technician - Aerospace

Mechanical Technician (Aerospace), Wakefield
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Location:
Wakefield, United Kingdom

Job Category:
Other

EU work permit required:
Yes

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Posted:
04.06.2025

Expiry Date:
19.07.2025

Job Description:
Job Title: Aerospace Mechanical Technician

Contract Type: Permanent

The Role - Aerospace Mechanical Technician

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical-biased Technician to join a prominent aerospace engineering company in the Wakefield area.

You will be assembling and testing a variety of complex mechanical systems, either in the repair section or in the new product build area.

Ideally, you will have some prior aerospace experience; however, for the right candidate, this could be a great entry into the aerospace industry.

Finding and testing faults in complex hydraulic products.

Assembling complex hydraulic products.

Completing quality audits.

Building or repairing complex hydraulic systems.

Using measuring equipment such as Micrometers, Vernier Calipers, and Height Gauges to inspect components.

Background - Aerospace Mechanical Technician

Apprentice trained or equivalent qualification, ideally in Mechanical Engineering.

Proven experience in a complex engineering or manufacturing environment.

Ability to read and follow various procedures.

Competency with a range of assembly tools.

Hydraulic testing experience.

What we offer - Aerospace Assembly Technician

Life Assurance.

Company pension scheme starting at 6%.

Employee Share Options.

For more information, please contact Lee Powell at or send your CV to [emailprotected].

Candidates currently working as Aircraft Fitter, Aircraft Technician, Mechanical Fitter, Hydraulic Fitter, Fitter/Tester, A&T Technician, Assembly and Test Technician, Aircraft Mechanic, or Mechanical Technician may be suitable for this role.

For other opportunities in your field, please visitwww.omegaresource.co.uk.

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