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Benefits

· 33 days holiday (inclusive of Bank and Public Holidays)

· Contributory pension scheme with a salary sacrifice option

· Private healthcare scheme

· Flu vaccination

· Dental and optical cover

· Employee Assistance Program

· Support with learning and professional development (courses and licenses)

· Health screening and therapies

· Digital GP

· Length of service awards

· Referral bonus

· Free parking

Britten-Norman is a world-leading sub-regional aircraft manufacturer specialising in twin-engine piston and turboprop STOL aircraft. The company is a UK-based SME, exporting 97% of circa 1,300 aircraft manufactured to date.

In addition to manufacturing the world-famous Islander aircraft and supporting its customers globally, Britten-Norman is a leader and innovator in the green “space race”, future-proofing air transport.

A test and trials specialist, Britten-Norman’s research and development teams collaborate with pioneering technology innovators across all industries to help bring new technologies to market.

We are now recruiting for an Aircraft Manufacturing Technician to join our friendly and productive team where no two days are the same.

This role makes a difference on a global scale. More than 400 Britten-Norman Islander aircraft are currently in service globally in a variety of roles, serving, protecting, and connecting communities. Our airframes are modified to meet these challenges and through-life maintenance services are provided to keep our aircraft flying safely, all which takes place at our MRO base at Lee-on-the-Solent. Using your developed skills and working in a team of talented aircraft technicians, you will have the opportunity to work on projects that provide variety and challenge.

Training and progression are always a priority to Britten-Norman and this role will give you the opportunity to undertake an immense amount of training and qualifications to progress your career within the aerospace industry.

Primary Tasks

Main tasks will include but are not limited to:

· To carry out production line fitting, repair, overhaul and upgrade of aircraft from detail to final installation stages.

· Be responsible for ensuring quality standards are maintained to the highest level in compliance with the Company Quality Assurance Procedures.

Key Skills and Attributes

· Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines

· Excellent communication skills

· To be accountable for ensuring that outputs, service and KPI measures are maintained

· Proactive in approached to resolving problems and developing new systems/procedures

· Flexible in approach to work

Minimum Qualification Requirements

· 5 GCSES at grade 9-4 or A*-C or Equivalent

· Aircraft related engineering apprenticeship or Armed Forces equivalent

· Level 3 Qualification in a related subject

· Any relevant Lean Manufacturing qualification

Required Experience

· Experience with aircraft production repair and overhaul

· Experience of working to engineering drawings and specifications

· High level of Health and Safety awareness

· Small, fixed wing commuter size aircraft experience

· Understand of lean manufacturing

To apply for this role, please apply below or by clicking this link.

Some roles within Britten Norman are subject to Security Vetting, the company will progress this within a new starter’s probation period.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lee-on-the-Solent, PO13 9GA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Sheet Metal fabrication: 2 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 18/08/2023