**Skilled Aircraft Fitter – Metrology | Filton | Airbus Operations Limited** **About the Role** Airbus Operations Limited is seeking an experienced **Skilled Aircraft Fitter with a Metrology specialism** to join our Production team at the Filton site. This is a permanent, full-time position operating on a **Monday to Thursday shift pattern (35 hours per week)**, offering an excellent work-life balance within a world-leading aerospace manufacturing environment. As part of the Plant Operations team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to prestigious programmes including **A400M Wing Manufacture**, **A350 Gear Beam**, and **Research & Technology (R&T) activities** — playing a direct role in the production of some of the most advanced aircraft in the world. This role is subject to **BPSS and Export Control checks**, including a criminal record check. **Right to Work:** Candidates must hold unrestricted, permanent legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Eligible statuses include British citizenship, Settled Status, or Indefinite Leave to Remain. --- **Responsibilities** - Apply the full **metrology process** from start to finish within an aircraft manufacturing environment - Define datum structures from key aircraft features using interface and frontier drawings - Utilise **CATIA platforms** to support measurement and alignment activities - Accurately interpret technical drawings, including **geometric characteristics and their associated symbols** - Perform the **fitting and assembly of aircraft components** in accordance with design specifications and engineering procedures - Follow complex technical documentation and design procedures with a high level of precision and accuracy - Maintain a strong focus on **safety and quality** throughout all production activities - Collaborate effectively within a skilled production team, contributing to programme targets and continuous improvement initiatives - Demonstrate awareness of compliance risks and uphold the highest standards of integrity in all work undertaken --- **Requirements** - Demonstrated background and practical experience in **Metrology within a manufacturing or aerospace environment** - Evidence of a **Level 3 time-served qualification** — typically a full Certificate of Modern Apprenticeship, or an equivalent combination of **NVQ Level 3** and a **Level 3 Vocationally Related Academic Qualification** (note: qualification listed within an Electrical field context; relevant engineering disciplines considered) - Proficiency in reading and interpreting **engineering drawings**, including GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) symbols - Experience working with **CATIA** or similar 3D design/measurement platforms is advantageous - Strong attention to detail with the ability to work accurately under production conditions - Flexible, team-oriented approach with a genuine commitment to **safety and quality standards** - Ability to follow complex documentation and adhere strictly to engineering and design procedures --- **Benefits** Airbus offers a comprehensive and market-leading benefits package designed to support every aspect of your professional and personal life: - **Financial Reward:** Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension scheme, share options, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, and a wide range of shopping discounts - **Work/Life Balance:** 35-hour working week on a Monday–Thursday shift pattern, providing a consistent three-day weekend - **Personal Development:** Personalised development plan, access to the **Airbus Leadership University**, and unlimited access to over **10,000 e-learning courses**; internal mobility including international opportunities - **Health & Wellbeing:** 24/7 online GP and mental health support, discounted family health, dental, and eye care insurance, cycle-to-work scheme, on-site canteen and coffee shop - **Family & Caregiving:** Life assurance, enhanced parental leave pay (**23 weeks at 100% pay**), adoption, shared parental and caregiving leave, and purpose-built maternity facilities on site - **Inclusive Environment:** Dedicated wellbeing and multi-faith rooms, and active **Employee Representative Groups** covering Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, and Neurodiversity --- **Our Commitment to Inclusion** Airbus is committed to workforce diversity and fostering an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of social or cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief. As a **Disability Confident Employer**, Airbus will offer an interview