Aerospace Account Manager

Littleton Common
3 weeks ago
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Aerospace Account Manager

Location: Heathrow – Hybrid after probation (2 days from home)

Salary: £40,000–£45,000 basic + bonuses, over time, dividends & perks

Key benefits: 

Multiple Bonuses throughout *** First £4,000 is tax free 
Pay rises yearly
Hybrid 
Employee owned 
Healthcare 
Office Culture  About Us:

Join a growing aerospace operations team supporting with a strong focus on service, career growth, and team culture. We’re a tight-knit office and passionate about developing talent and rewarding performance. If you’re ambitious, organised, and ready to step into a leadership pathway, this role is for you!

What You’ll Do:

Handle day-to-day aerospace operations and AOG (Aircraft on Ground) situations.
Coordinate shipments via air and road, including import/export documentation and customs entries.
Support specialised cargo movements, including aircraft engines (OVC).
Provide out-of-hours coverage (rotation, 6–9 pm, ~5–10 min monitoring) for urgent client needs ***OVER TIME 
Collaborate with a 2-person team to monitor emails and ensure smooth operations.
Build strong client relationships while maintaining operational excellence. Who We’re Looking For:

Aerospace operations experience, especially AOG handling.
Someone who is passionate about what they do !
Team fit !
Knowledge of GD trains, import/export, and aerospace terminology.
Organized, proactive, and able to work independently and collaboratively.
Ambitious with a desire to grow into a managerial/leadership role. Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

Competitive salary: £40–45k + Bonus, dividands, Over time & perks 
5% GP on new business 
Tax-free bonuses
Christmas bonus
Pay rises 
Employee dividends 
25 days annual leave + bank holidays 
Full-time office initially, hybrid after probation
Flexible, social, and supportive culture with plenty of team events
Clear pathway to management and career progression Hours: Mon–Fri, flexible hours with rotational out-of-hours coverage for urgent matters.

Apply now, amazing company and opportunity

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