PLEASE NOTE : you must be aged 18 or over to apply for this role.
Company Name
Midland Aerospace – a long‑established manufacturing organisation, utilising a variety of machining and fabrication processes from our modern, purpose‑built facility in Sutton‑in‑Ashfield. They supply components to the civil and military Aerospace and Defence sectors, offering a technically challenging and engaging working environment.
Working Pattern
39 hours per week (Mon-Thu 7:30-16:30, Fri 7:30-12:30)
Location
Castlewood Business Park, Sutton In Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 1BX
Job Description
Working in a modern production facility, the Paint Technician dual role is a dual‑skilled position responsible for carrying out both aerospace paint application and mechanical assembly operations to a high standard of quality and compliance. The role supports operational flexibility, workflow efficiency, and high‑quality output across departments.
Your duties as the Paint technician / Assembler include:
- Mechanical Assembly: Assemble finished assemblies and sub-assemblies in line with specifications and bills of materials
- Technical Drawing Interpretation: Read and work accurately from engineering and technical drawings
- Drilling And Match Drilling: Carry out drilling and match drilling operations to required tolerances
- Counter Sinking: Perform precision drilling and counter sinking tasks
- Adhesive Bonding: Complete adhesive bonding processes in line with production standards
- Helicoiling And Fastening: Install helicoils and carry out bolting and torque testing procedures
- Riveting Operations: Undertake pot riveting and solid riveting activities
- Sealing And Assembly: Perform wet and dry assembly and over sealing tasks
- Electrical Bonding and Testing: Conduct electrical bonding and associated testing
- Pressure Testing: Complete pressure testing to required quality and safety standards
- Wet paint application to aerospace components, including metallic parts
- Preparation of components prior to painting, including masking and cleaning
- Completion and maintenance of departmental paperwork
- Reporting breakdowns or equipment issues promptly
Candidate requirements:
- Previous experience in mechanical assembly and/or paint operations within a manufacturing or production environment
- A background in aerospace, nuclear, medical, high-end automotive or motorsport sectors
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation
- Experience with drilling, riveting, bonding and torque testing processes
- Understanding of quality assurance standards such as AS9100 or EASA Part 21 (G) is desirable
- Strong teamwork skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Flexible approach with a proactive, ‘can do’ attitude
- Ideally located within a reasonable commuting distance of Sutton-in-Ashfield
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Flexible, adaptable, and willing to multi‑skill
- Able to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable, organised, and safety‑conscious
How to Apply
If you would like to apply for this role, and are aged 18 or older – please send a copy of your cv, your contact information, and a short description about why you would like the role to: abbey.eames@midlandaerospace.com