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Licensed Aircraft Engineer B1 – B2

Cranfield
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Licensed Aircraft Engineer B1 – B2
Salary: Up to £60,000
Location: Cranfield
Sector: Aerospace
Contract: Full Time, Permanent

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Licensed Engineer (B1 – B2) to join our clients Engineering team at Cranfield. You’ll play a crucial role in ensuring aircraft airworthiness by certifying maintenance tasks to the highest quality standards, in full compliance with UK CAA Part 145 regulations and the company’s Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE).

Key Responsibilities:
Certify aircraft maintenance tasks in line with company approvals and personal certification privileges.
Ensure all work meets regulatory and company quality standards.
Deliver assigned tasks and projects efficiently, on time, and within budget.
Maintain valid UK CAA Part 66 license, certification privileges, and continuation training records.
Supervise staff, ensuring they are competent, qualified, and properly briefed.
Uphold company procedures and actively participate in the Safety Management System (SMS).
Maintain the highest standards of hangar husbandry and housekeeping.
Provide detailed, accurate work updates, handovers, and reports as required.
Undertake additional tasks as requested by the Base Maintenance Manager or their deputy.Requirements:
Valid UK CAA Part 66 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence (B1, B2, or C).
Relevant type ratings and company certifying approvals as listed in the MOE.
Completion of a recognised Aircraft Maintenance or equivalent apprenticeship.
Ability to manage multiple demands in a busy environment.
Capability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within a team.Join Us:
If you're passionate about aviation, driven by quality, and want to contribute to a dynamic engineering team, we’d love to hear from you

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