Jack Hendricksen
Chepstow,Monmouthshire
Summary
Motivated Aerospace Fitter with extensive experience in assembling Airbus A350 Pylon components at GKN Aerospace. Proficient in precision hand drilling, riveting, pipework installation, and harness fitting, with authorization to self-certify work to aerospace quality standards. Completed HNC level apprenticeship in Manufacturing Engineering, providing a strong technical foundation and understanding of production processes. Committed to maintaining a safe and efficient working environment, with a personal passion for engineering demonstrated through classic vehicle restoration projects.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Skilled Aircraft Fitter
GKN Aerospace
Filton , Bristol
01.2023 - Current
- Assembled and fit structural parts and subassemblies to detailed specifications.
- Safely and responsibly operated various assembly tools and machines, including jigs, measuring instruments, hand and power tools.
- Managed various assembly tasks, from drilling to fitting electrical harnesses, with exceptional precision and efficiency.
- Interpreted blueprints, isometric drawings and work orders effectively to produce quality results.
- Responsible for self-certifying work by applying my personal stamp, ensuring compliance with strict aerospace quality requirements.
Trailer manufacturer
CaterPods
Lydney, Gloucestershire
07.2015 - 12.2022
- interpreted build plans to fabricate, assemble, and fit trailer interiors
- Performed high-standard MIG and TIG welding
- Inspected completed units to ensure roadworthiness and compliance with company quality standards
- Personally delivered finished trailers to customers, ensuring customer satisfaction and product integrity
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Aeronautical Engineering (Aircraft Manufacture Mechanical)
Weston College
Weston-super-MareHNC Certificate of Higher Education - Mechanical Engineering
Gloucestershire College
Gloucester06.2021
NVQ Level 3 - Engineering
Gloucestershire College
Gloucester05.2021
GCSEs - English Functional Skills
Gloucestershire College
Gloucester08.2019
City & Gilds Level 3 Diploma - Engineering- Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering
Gloucestershire College
Gloucester07.2019
City & Guilds Level 1 - Welding Skills- Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welding
Gloucestershire College
Gloucester09.2018
ICT Level 2 - ICT Functional skills
Gloucestershire College
Gloucester11.2017
PEO (Performing Engineering Operations) - Intermediate Level apprenticeship in Performing engineering operations
Gloucestershire College of Arts and Technology
Gloucester08.2017
City & Gluids Level 2 - Engineering-Manufactoring Technology
Gloucestershire College
Gloucester04.2017
GCSEs - Design & Technology
Wyedean School and 6th Form Centre
Chepstow06.2015
GCSEs - Mathematics
Wyedean School and 6th Form Centre
Chepstow06.2015
GCSEs - Geography
Wyedean School and 6th Form Centre
Chepstow06.2015
GCSEs - History
Wyedean School and 6th Form Centre
Chepstow06.2015
GCSEs - Additional Science
Wyedean School and 6th Form Centre
Chepstow06.2015
Skills
- Good team member
- Good understating of general engineering
- Basic MIG and TIG welding
- Motivated
- Hard working
- Lots of transferable practical skills
- Good understanding of health and safety regulations relating to engineering
- Manual handling
- Good Problem solving
- Team player
- Punctual
- Conscientious
- Basic First aid
Timeline
Skilled Aircraft Fitter
GKN Aerospace
01.2023 - Current
Trailer manufacturer
CaterPods
07.2015 - 12.2022
NVQ Level 3 - Aeronautical Engineering (Aircraft Manufacture Mechanical)
Weston College
HNC Certificate of Higher Education - Mechanical Engineering
Gloucestershire College
NVQ Level 3 - Engineering
Gloucestershire College
GCSEs - English Functional Skills
Gloucestershire College
City & Gilds Level 3 Diploma - Engineering- Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering
Gloucestershire College
City & Guilds Level 1 - Welding Skills- Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welding
Gloucestershire College
ICT Level 2 - ICT Functional skills
Gloucestershire College
PEO (Performing Engineering Operations) - Intermediate Level apprenticeship in Performing engineering operations
Gloucestershire College of Arts and Technology
City & Gluids Level 2 - Engineering-Manufactoring Technology
Gloucestershire College
GCSEs - Design & Technology
Wyedean School and 6th Form Centre
GCSEs - Mathematics
Wyedean School and 6th Form Centre
GCSEs - Geography
Wyedean School and 6th Form Centre
GCSEs - History
Wyedean School and 6th Form Centre
GCSEs - Additional Science
Wyedean School and 6th Form Centre
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