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B2 Avionics Mechanic: 49106

STS Technical Services
West Midlands
1 month ago
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STS Aviation Services is hiring a B2 Avionics Mechanic in Birmingham, United Kingdom.


In this role, you will carry out avionics modifications and maintenance in accordance with approved data and engineering documentation. You’ll take full ownership of the quality and compliance of your work, ensuring safe practices and timely communication with the Lead Technician or B2 Engineer.


Key Duties & Responsibilities:


  • 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


Skills and Abilities:


  • Completed an engineering apprenticeship—ideally in Aeronautical engineering or military equivalent
  • Previous aircraft modification experience
  • Previous aircraft production experience is advantageous
  • Excellent hand skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Eligible to work and live in the UK
  • Subject to UK security Vetting
  • Excellent knowledge of Avionics systems
  • Reliability
  • Adaptability
  • Good interpersonal skills


Part-145 Training Requirements:


  • Initial Human Factors; Continuation Training Human Factors
  • Initial SFAR phase 1&2; Continuation Training SFAR phase 1&2
  • Initial EWIS group 1&2 (including EWIS group 1 Module G (Practical)); Continuation Training EWIS group 1&2
  • ETOPS
  • RVSM


About STS Aviation Services:

STS Aviation Services is the UK’s leading independent MRO provider. With state-of-the-art facilities in Birmingham, Manchester, Newquay, and Belfast, we offer base maintenance, line maintenance, modification, and aircraft engineering support across the commercial and defence sectors. Our teams solve complex challenges every day — and we take pride in doing it right the first time.


When you join STS Aviation Services, you join a group of professionals dedicated to safety, service, and success. We’re growing fast and looking for people who want to grow with us.


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