Safran Nacelles is a world leader in aircraft nacelle design, manufacturing, and support. We are looking for skilled and motivated Skilled Fitters to join our Burnley manufacturing team, helping to build high-quality aerospace components used on some of the world's leading aircraft programmes.
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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.
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At Safran, excellence is a journey, and we'd love you to be part of it.
About the Role
As a Skilled Fitter, you will work on a production assembly line, assembling aircraft components to exact engineering specifications. You'll be responsible for carrying out precision drilling, riveting, cutting, and assembly operations while ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and workmanship.
Working from engineering drawings and master layouts, you'll play a key role in delivering world-class aerospace products within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assemble aircraft components in line with engineering drawings and work instructions.
- Carry out drilling, riveting, cutting, and fitting operations to fine tolerances.
- Install a variety of aerospace fasteners and rivets to a high standard.
- Produce quality work that meets engineering definitions and customer requirements.
- Follow manufacturing processes, specifications, and master layouts.
- Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement activities.
- Maintain excellent housekeeping and workplace organisation standards.
- Work safely and identify and escalate any product or safety concerns.
- Contribute to achieving production and delivery targets.
Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you, both in and out of work, including:
- Competitive salary
- 37 hour working week over 4.5 days with a 1pm finish on Friday (role dependent)
- Flexi-time scheme that allows you to take two half days or one full day off per month (role dependent)
- 33 days annual leave [inclusive of bank holidays]
- Option to purchase an additional 5 days of annual leave
- 10% employer pension contribution
- 5% employee contribution with the option to increase this voluntarily through tax efficient salary exchange
- 4 x life insurance benefit as a member of the pension scheme
- Non-contributory BUPA private medical insurance plan (role dependent)
- Group income protection scheme
- We support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities.
- Enhanced sickness, maternity, adoption and paternity leave
- Excellent on-site catering facilities offering subsidised hot and cold breakfast and lunch
We know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert. We encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.
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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What You'll Bring:
Essential Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds qualification in Engineering, Sheet Metal, or a related discipline.
- Experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Strong practical skills using hand tools and assembly equipment.
- Experience with drilling, riveting, cutting, and assembly activities.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Desirable Experience
- Aerospace manufacturing experience.
- Aircraft assembly or sheet metal experience.
- Lean Manufacturing knowledge.
- Continuous improvement experience.
What We're Looking For
✅ Excellent team player
✅ Strong work ethic and reliable timekeeping
✅ Flexible and adaptable approach to work
✅ Safety and quality focused
✅ Organised and methodical in your work
✅ Positive attitude and willingness to learn