Sheet Metal Worker

Skilled Fine Limit Sheet Metal Worker

Aerospace & Defence Manufacturing | Precision Fabrication | Permanent Position

A leading aerospace and defence manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Skilled Fine Limit Sheet Metal Worker to join its growing fabrication team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled fabricator with experience in precision sheet metal work, hand forming, and working with exotic materials to join a well-established engineering business producing high-specification aerospace components.

The role will involve manufacturing complex fabricated parts to extremely tight tolerances using a variety of forming, assembly, and finishing techniques.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacture precision sheet metal components from engineering drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions
Carry out bending, forming, cutting, pressing, riveting, assembly, deburring, stretching, and inspection operations
Work to tight tolerances across a range of aerospace-grade materials including aluminium, stainless steel, titanium, and Inconel
Set and operate fabrication machinery including fly press, brake press, and linishing equipment
Hand form prototype panels and precision components from flat sheet material
Perform drilling, trimming, grinding, filing, and finishing operations
Ensure tooling and jigs are maintained and fit for purpose
Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with engineering and quality standards

What We’re Looking For

Extensive experience within precision sheet metal fabrication
Strong background in aerospace, defence, or high-specification manufacturing
Experience with hand forming and fine limit sheet metal techniques
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Experience working with exotic materials including Titanium and Inconel
Skilled in fabrication, assembly, and integration of fabricated and machined components
Strong attention to detail with the ability to work to extremely tight tolerances
A proactive and quality-focused approach

Salary & Benefits

£38,000 – £48,000 DOE
Family-friendly working hours
Flexible start and finish times available
Shorter working day on Fridays
Healthcare contribution scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
23 days holiday + bank holidays
Life Assurance (4x salary)
Company pension contribution
On-site parking
Long-term career development opportunities

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Sheet Metal Worker, Aerospace Fabricator, or Fine Limit Fabrication Specialist looking to join a growing and highly respected aerospace manufacturing business, we would like to hear from you.

Apply today with your latest CV for immediate consideration
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed