Inflatables Fitter | Aerospace Safety Equipment

Arden White Aerospace and Aviation Recruitment

We are currently working with a leading and reputable aerospace MRO business that supports commercial, regional, and business aviation operators worldwide. With specialist capabilities covering thousands of aircraft components, they are known for precision engineering, compliance excellence, and unwavering safety standards.

Job Title: Inflatables Fitter – Aerospace Safety Equipment
Location: Stansted Area
Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site

About the Role
Our client is seeking an Inflatables Fitter to work on critical safety equipment including life rafts, emergency slides, and related sub-components. You’ll play a hands-on role in disassembling, testing, fault-finding, repairing, and repacking this equipment to exacting industry standards, helping to ensure passenger safety across the globe.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, test, fault-find, and repair inflatable safety equipment for aircraft, including slides, rafts, and sub-components.
• Reassemble and pack safety equipment in strict compliance with CMMs, OHMs, and OEM packing instructions.
• Follow detailed compliance manuals and manufacturer guidelines at every stage.
• Work to strict safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain accurate service and inspection records.
• Collaborate with a small, skilled team to meet deadlines without compromising quality.

Person Specification

• Experience in an engineering or workshop environment (aviation safety equipment experience is a strong advantage).
• Proven ability to follow technical compliance manuals in fine detail.
• Minimum GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• Strong attention to detail, organisation, and time management.
• A collaborative approach with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Full right to work in the UK and within commuting distance of Stansted.
• OEM training in inflatable safety equipment maintenance/overhaul is highly desirable.

Apply Today: Our client is urgently looking to fill this position, so it won’t be vacant for long! Arden White takes pride in the quality of service we offer our clients and candidates alike. Due to the high volume of applications, please assume that if you have not been contacted within 14 days, your application has been unsuccessful for this position. However, we will keep your details on file and contact you for future opportunities.

About Us: Arden White specialises in engineering, aerospace, and recruitment. We believe in the value of a personal touch and strive to be recognised, appreciated, and remembered for our service.

Note: Arden White is acting as a recruitment agency for this position.

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