Skilled Fitter

Collins Aerospace is undergoing major expansion at our HS Marston facility on Wobaston Road in Wolverhampton. As a result we are looking for a number of highly skilled TIG Welders to join the production team in early 2024. Products are predominantly made from aluminium and steel sheet metal between 0.5mm and 3.5mm, and are made to high tolerances within aerospace standards. This is a great opportunity for welders with the right skills to increase their capability and standards of work in a highly regulated environment where all training and support will be provided. Key Responsibilities: * Perform TIG welding and brazing on aluminium products * Read and interpret engineering drawings to execute welds accurately * To set-up and operate TIG welding equipment safely, to ensure optimum performance * Conduct inspection on welds to ensure they meet company and aerospace standards * Work with the production team to meet project targets and deadlines * Continue ongoing internal and external training to welding certification requirements * Ensure working environment is clean, organized and meets safety and company standards Experience and Qualifications: * NVQ/City & Guilds or similar vocational qualification in welding & fabrication or relevant engineering subject (Time served will also be considered depending on relevant experience) * Proven experience as a TIG Welder with significant experience with aluminium products * Familiar with thin gauge sheet metal welding 0.5 – 3.5mm * Experience working to high tolerance * Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills * Experience working to certified or highly regulated standards is preferred * Welding certification standards would be advantageous but not essential * Experience in aerospace, motorsport or similar industries is advantageous but not essential * Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills What do we offer? * Competitive salary * Company performance bonus scheme * Pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution * Private medical insurance * Comprehensive health cash plan * 25 days annual leave + bank holidays * Flexible benefits programme (buy & sell holiday allowance, discounted gym memberships) * Structured training & opportunities to progress * Opportunity to join ERGs (employee resource groups), participate in community projects & much more! About Us: Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defence industry. Created in 2018 by bringing together Rockwell Collins and UTC Aerospace Systems, Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. Every 1.4 seconds a flight around the world takes off – and our work is on it. We propel aerospace, defence and the other industries we support far beyond imagination, but there is more work to be done. We need your ideas, inspiration and solutions to continue to help us redefine aerospace. This position may involve access to export controlled information and hardware where an export license would be required for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Employment will be subject to satisfactory security checks, export license approval, and if required, completion of a non-disclosure agreement. RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. Thank you for your application. Due to the volume of applications we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to every application personally, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies please visit our website