Aircraft Fitter at Airbus

Position Aircraft Fitter
Posted 02 Jul 2026
Expired 01 Aug 2026
Company Airbus
Location Belfast | IE
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

Latest job information from Airbus for the position of Aircraft Fitter. If the Aircraft Fitter vacancy in Belfast matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

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Job Description:
RIGHT TO WORK: Candidates must possess unrestricted legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom on a permanent basis. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role; therefore, all applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to work without the need for a visa or company sponsorship (e.g., British or Irish citizenship, Settled Status, or Indefinite Leave to Remain).
SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to BPSS and Export Control checks (including a criminal record check) Access NI Check in Northern Ireland
TRAVEL REQUIRED: Occasional travel within UK
LOCATION: Belfast
TYPE: Full time
Do you have a skilled trade?
Are you looking for a new challenge in a cutting-edge manufacturing environment?
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
£32,495.32 - £35,367.80 (incremental increases). Overtime and shift premiums may be available - a typical experienced Fitter working overtime and shifts can earn over £40,000 per annum!
Airbus Belfast Limited offers a generous package of benefits including:
  • Holidays: 260 hours paid holiday p/a inc. public holidays
  • Overtime: attractive rates and shift allowances
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): Mental Health and Wellbeing support platform
  • Life Assurance: 2x Basic Salary (whilst a member of the Pension Scheme)
  • Pension: Airbus will match employee contributions between 5 - 8%

AIRBUS BELFAST
Our world is changing. And at Airbus, so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight ( # ZEROe ) to cleaning up space , sustainability is at the heart of our purpose. So what's your next change?
To support extensive ramp-up activity in our A220 composite wing programme, we are immediately seeking skilled operatives to expand our production team. This is an opportunity to join Airbus and develop your skills to a whole new level with a highly attractive salary and benefits package.
ABOUT YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
To be part of our success story, you’ll have:
  • completed a recognised engineering apprenticeship as: Aircraft Maintenance Technician, Motor Mechanic, Sheet Metal Worker, Carpentry, Coach Builder, Coppersmith, Aircraft Technician, Mechanical & Maintenance Fitter, Panel Beater, Sheet Metal, Pattern Maker, Toolfitter, Car Body Operator, Boiler Maker, Machinist, Pipe Fitter, Diesel Fitter, Plumber, Vehicle Repair and Maintenance Welder, Fabricator or in a similar skilled trade where you have gained a Level 3 diploma

Or
  • four years’ experience in a skilled role in one of the afore mentioned disciplines with a Level 3 (NVQ, SVQ, IMI, BTEC) in any mechanical engineering discipline (not Electrical or Electronic)

Aircraft-fitting experience is not essential as full training will be provided. After initial product training, your role will involve checking kit parts up to drawing schedules, manufacturing a range of aerospace hardware to a high standard and maintaining a safe and healthy working environment.
You will also need to be able to read and interpret engineering drawings and be happy to work a range of shifts plus overtime, as required.
We employ people from all sections of the community and are committed to the appointment of the best candidate based upon the merit principle alone. In pursuit of our equal opportunities programme, we would particularly welcome more applications from Catholics and females, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.
HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU
Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process - you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.
As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long-term condition under the Equality Act 2010 and meets the minimum criteria of the role (as set out in the job advert). To ‘opt in’, just select the option during your application submission and your application will be considered accordingly.
#SP_TRA
#LI-AB1
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company:
Airbus Belfast Limited
Employment Type:
Permanent
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Experience Level:
Professional
Job Family:
Assembly & Integration
By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.
Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.
Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to .
At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Job Info:

  • Company: Airbus
  • Position: Aircraft Fitter
  • Work Location: Belfast
  • Country: IE

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