Skilled Fitter

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At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

SKILLED FITTER

ROLE & PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

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Collins Aerospace is undergoing major expansion at our HS Marston Aerospace facility on Wobaston Road in Wolverhampton. As a result, we are looking for a number of Skilled Fitters to join the production team in early 2024.

The role will involve mechanical assembly, sheet metal work, fabrication and general finessing of products made from aluminium and steel which are then welded and tested before final quality inspections.

This is a great opportunity for Fitters with the right skills to increase their capability and standards of work in a highly regulated environment where all training and support will be provided.

Responsibilities:

·                     Read and interpret engineering drawings and assembly guidelines

·                     Assemble and test productions through different stages

·                     Work with the production team to meet project targets and deadlines

·                     Support ACE activities (5s, TPM, Turnbacks, Clinics)

·                     Maintain LOT traceability and quality control

·                     Continue ongoing internal and external training to welding certification requirements

·                     Ensure working environment is clean, organised and company standards

·                     Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety requirements

Experience and Qualifications:

·                     NVQ/City & Guilds or similar vocational qualification in fabrication, mechanical or engineering subject (Time served will also be considered depending on relevant experience)

·                     Proven experience in hand fabrication

·                     Experience with sheet metal

·                     Experience working to high tolerance

·                     Familiarity with precision tools such as verniers, digital calipers or measuring gauges

·                     Experience in aerospace, motorsport or similar industries is advantageous but not essential

·                     Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills

What do we offer?                                                            

·                     Competitive salary

·                     Company performance bonus scheme

·                     Pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution

·                     Private medical insurance

·                     Comprehensive health cash plan

·                     25 days annual leave + bank holidays

·                     Flexible benefits programme (buy & sell holiday allowance, discounted gym memberships)

·                     Structured training & opportunities to progress

·                     Opportunity to join ERGs (employee resource groups), participate in community projects & much more!

This position may involve access to export controlled information and hardware where an export license would be required for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Employment will be subject to satisfactory security checks, export license approval, and if required, completion of a non-disclosure agreement.

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.]

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent) or vocational/technical education in related discipline

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.  

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