Metal Model Maker Fitter

Job Title:              Metal Model Maker Fitter

Salary:                  £28,000 – 33,000 PA (dependent on experience)

Location:             Bedford

Duration:             Permanent

Our client is a leading aerospace R&D consultancy based in Bedford, the have an excellent opportunity for a Metal model maker fitter to join their Aerodynamics business unit.  

We are seeking to recruit a motivated Fitter into our Design and Manufacture Department to work as part of a professional team, fitting and assembling tunnel components.

Reporting to the Fitting Manager, and under the guidance and support of the Technical Leads, the successful candidate will be a team player, confident individual with a positive attitude.

This is a varied and dynamic role; no two days are the same. The successful candidate will get the opportunity to:

• Carry out all aspects of fitting activity (hand working surfaces to remove machine marks, blending component joint lines to remove steps/gaps, fitting precision components, installing pressure tubing, and assembling models).
• Monitor the serviceability of Fitting Section machines, equipment, and tooling, and report potential problems to the Fitting Manager.
• Where appropriate, make recommendations for process improvement in Fitting techniques.
• Undertake additional metal model making as requested by the Fitting Manager when required.

What we would like to see:

• A time served, fully skilled engineer in the role of a metal model maker.
• Solid understanding of other MMC skills such as EDM wiring and plunge, turning, jig boring, grinding and CNC machining.
• Experienced in the effective and efficient bench fitting of components, sub-assemblies, and assemblies.
• Self-motivated and keen to develop engineering skills to full potential.
• Flexible and positive attitude, willing to go the extra mile to ensure deadlines are met.
• High attention to detail.
• Can-do attitude to overcoming technical problems as soon as they arise.