🔧 Panels Layup Technician - Level 2
Company: Airbus Defence and Space
Location: Stevenage, UK
🚀 Build the Future with Airbus Defence and Space
Are you hands-on, detail-focused, and ready to take your manufacturing skills to the next level? Airbus Defence and Space in Stevenage is looking for a Panels Layup Technician (Level 2) to join our high-performing AIT Operations team. You'll be working on advanced composite panel assemblies used in some of the most exciting aerospace and defence projects in the world.
🛠️ What You'll Be Doing:
- Assembling and laminating aluminium composite panels to exacting standards
- Reading and interpreting technical drawings and laminate manuals
- Performing vacuum bagging, film adhesive bonding, and oven curing
- Using hand tools, guillotines, and industrial machinery
- Working with aluminium skins and honeycomb cores
- Supporting continuous improvement and 5S practices
- Collaborating with team leads and supporting trainees
- Occasionally working off-site in the UK or abroad
✅ What We're Looking For:
Essential:
- Experience in manual handling and using hand tools
- Background in manufacturing or production environments
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical instructions
- Comfortable working at height and in confined spaces
- NVQ or relevant apprenticeship in a related field
- Experience with carbon fibre materials
Desirable:
- Laminating experience with aluminium
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Familiarity with 3D viewing and assembly software
💡 Why Join Airbus?
- Be part of a global leader in aerospace and defence
- Work on cutting-edge technology and high-impact projects
- Opportunities for training, development, and career progression
- A supportive, safety-first work environment
