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Head of Avionics

Cubiq Recruitment
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1 week ago
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Head of Avionics – Leadership Role with Hands-On Involvement 🚁


A leading provider of rotary aircraft maintenance and support services is seeking aHead of Avionicsto join its expanding team based in Sywell, Northampton.


As the central hub for the organisation’s heavy maintenance operations, the Sywell facility supports a diverse fleet of VIP and Air Ambulance aircraft, primarily comprising AW109 and AW169 variants, both on base and at local line stations.


Role Overview

The Head of Avionics will take a hands-on leadership role, overseeing a small team of Avionics Engineers and ensuring the highest standards of maintenance, safety, and compliance are maintained across all B2 activities.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise a dedicated team of Avionics Engineers
  • Oversee and certify B2 maintenance tasks in accordance with regulatory requirements
  • Perform both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, including defect rectification
  • Support line maintenance operations across base and remote sites
  • Promote and uphold safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the department


Candidate Requirements

  • Must hold a valid UK CAA B2 Licence
  • A minimum of 5 years’ experience in aircraft maintenance is essential
  • Type ratings on AW109 and/or AW169 are highly desirable, but other experience will be considered.
  • You must have full right to live and work in the UK to be considered


Package and Benefits

  • Competitive basic salary starting from ÂŁ70,000+ (depending on experience)
  • Overtime and on-call allowances available
  • Monday to Friday, 08:30–17:00 schedule
  • 20 days annual leave, plus 8 standard bank holidays
  • Additional 3 days leave over the Christmas period
  • Private medical insurance
  • Type training opportunities


This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced B2 engineer looking to step into a leadership position, or for an established team leader seeking a new challenge in a well-respected, fast-growing organisation.


For more information on this opportunity, or if you'd like to speak with me about other Aircraft Engineering roles, contact me -


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