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B2 Licensed Engineer

đź“ŤShropshire | Permanent | Full-Time

Join a Global Leading Helicopter Organisation — where world-class engineering meets mission-critical aviation. You’ll play a key role in ensuring the safety, reliability and performance of the H135/H145 training fleet, used to train the next generation of military helicopter pilots.

The Opportunity

As a B2 Licensed Engineer, you’ll be responsible for certifying, maintaining, and repairing advanced rotary-wing aircraft, ensuring continued airworthiness and operational readiness. You’ll work as part of a dedicated maintenance team, supporting both flight operations and hangar activities.

Type training will be provided for the right candidate

What You’ll Do



Certify and carry out line and non-routine maintenance on H135/H145 rotorcraft.

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Oversee and certify the work of avionic and electrical fitters.

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Conduct inspections, repairs, and system replacements to exacting standards.

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Perform off-aircraft avionic and electrical work in the avionics workshop.

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Support daily flight operations and ensure aircraft movement, maintenance, and hangar activities run seamlessly.

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Maintain aircraft availability levels above 98% at site and during deployments.

About You

You’re a detail-driven and safety-focused professional with strong avionics expertise and a commitment to excellence in rotary maintenance. You take pride in delivering precision engineering in a demanding operational environment.

Essential:

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CAA Part 66 B2 Licence.

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Experience in a certifying role.

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Proven knowledge of helicopter avionics and electrical systems.

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Up-to-date understanding of Part 145, Part M, CAM, and flight operations regulations.

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Experience in flight operations and line maintenance.

Desirable:

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Type rating or experience on H135/H145.

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Background in UK Military Aviation or MFTS.

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Experience using SAP or ERP systems.

What’s on Offer

You’ll join a world-class organisation with a competitive salary and exceptional benefits, including:

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Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) – fully funded single cover.

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Generous Pension Scheme – company contribution of up to 6%.

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Annual Bonus & Share Schemes.

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Flexible benefits such as Bike-to-Work, Technology, and Car Purchase schemes.

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Health & Wellbeing support including Health Assessments, Dental Plans, and Cash Schemes.

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Access to legal and financial advice, personal accident insurance, and travel cover.

Your Impact

Join a global leader supporting aircraft that train, protect, and save lives. You’ll be part of a close-knit, high-performing team where your engineering expertise keeps the UK’s military training fleet mission-ready every single day

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