About the role
Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.
GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.6bn in 2025. There are no limits to where you can take your career.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY 9TH OCTOBER, 2026
Please note, this is a readvertisement of a role originally advertised earlier this year. If you applied for that, but were subsequently unsuccessful, then please understand that we may be unable to consider a new application at this time.
A very interesting opportunity has arisen within our thriving East Cowes facilities for someone from a skilled aircraft fitting background to join our training team.
This could be a full time permanent role, or an ideal opportunity for two part-time people to job share.
In this role you will train to become a qualified NVQ assessor, and support the ongoing practical training for our Craft Apprentices, Skilled Aircraft Fitters, and aircraft fitters on our "Allied Trades" programme.
In order to be qualified for this role you will need to be an experienced aircraft fitter, supported by evidence of 2-4 year, time-served apprenticeship and/or certification in relevant qualifications, together with being PC literate, and have an enthusiasm for sharing your knowledge with others
The salary for this role will be that of a Skilled Aircraft Fitter (i.e. £36,076), however this opportunity will not be subject to shift work or the associated uplift.
Job Responsibilities
In this role you will be responsible for:
Practical skills test for ongoing reviews of competence with our CAO stamp holders;
Leading classroom-based training for the theoretical aspects of aircraft fitting;
Creating and…
