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Avionics Technician

JMC Aviation
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5 months ago
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JMC Aviation is working with a Maintenance Repair Organisation based inBirmingham, looking to recruit a newAvionic Mechanicto join their team.


This client is a leading MRO dealing with line and base maintenance as well as interior modifications, fuel systems repairs and maintenance for both commercial and military aircraft. The company has been operating for close to 30 years, providing outstanding customer service and encouraging a warm, positive environment to aid employee progression.


This is aPermanent Positionbased inBirmingham, UK.


Monday to Thursday, working 40 hours per week.


Salary and Benefits


  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days annual leave entitlement + bank holidays
  • 4x Life assurance
  • Employer pension contribution
  • Sick pay
  • Service awards from 2 years


The Role


The primary purpose of this role is to carry out modifications and maintenance in accordance with approved drawings and maintenance data, taking full accountability for the technical integrity of all work performed.


Other duties involve


  • Precise wiring terminations and testing
  • Removal and installation of various shelves, panels and equipment
  • Interpret technical manuals, schematics and regulatory requirements
  • Loom manufacture and testing
  • Support avionics system testing, validation and troubleshooting
  • Maintain the highest standards of tool control within the work area
  • Maintain a safe and clean working environment


In order to be successful in this role the Avionic Mechanic will need to demonstrate the following skills and attributes


  • Completed an engineering apprenticeship, ideally in aeronautical engineering or military equivalent
  • Previous aircraft modification experience
  • Excellent knowledge of avionics systems
  • Right to live and work in the UK
  • Subject to UK security vetting


If you think this is the role for you and you have the necessary skills and attributes, please apply today or contact JMC Aviation for more details.


Please note that due to the high level of applicants we will only be contacting shortlisted candidates regarding this role.


For this opportunity JMC Aviation Ltd is acting as an employment agency.

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