Our client, operating across 20 different countries and specializing in providing a number of aviation services to commercial and government operators across the World, are looking to recruit a Reliability Engineer to be based at offices in Crawley, West Sussex.
On Offer:

• Salary between £45,000 - £57,000 dependant on experience
  
• Standard Monday to Friday working hours
  
• 2 Days working from home flexibility
  
• 21 days annual leave
  
• Holiday Loyalty scheme (loyalty scheme which adds additional days leave for every year worked, up to a value of 25 days)
  
• Enhanced Pension (following probation); the company will double the value of the employee contribution up to a value of 10%
  
• Private Medical and Dental (following probation). Eyecare vouchers
  
• Sick Pay – 3 months full pay, 3 months half pay – subject to probationary period being met
  
• Death in Service Benefit
  Main Purpose Of The Reliability Engineer:
  Working within the companies Integrated Supply Chain Solutions – Commercial Programs department, the Reliability Engineer will support aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) of commercial aircrafts.
  The role requires the individual to perform analysis to identify and report trends related to system anomalies, equipment, discrepancies and performance reliability problems as assigned and lead on data analysis to evaluate reported discrepancies, to determine root cause, develop solutions, recommendations and presentations for leadership, suppliers and customers.
  The post-holder will act as Engineering & Reliability representative for the company to key airline customers, attending technical review meetings, reliability & component meetings attended by a variety of customer representatives up to and including senior management. Develops and fosters a good working relationship with customers and colleagues.
  Ultimately the position will work as part of the International Engineering team to identify and resolve issues and communicate regular updates to colleagues across the UK and international offices as well as airline customers.
  Duties To Include:
  
• To use knowledge of various engineering disciplines such as mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and systems with ability to read, understand and interpret engineering technical information (e.g., drawings, handbooks, Component Maintenance Manuals (CMM), industry standards and specifications).
  
• Develop retrofit plans and monitoring fleet performance on specific reliability projects, creating supply chain test plans, laying out specific work scope requirements, and specific repair order instructions as required to Improve Reliability of aircraft components.
  
• Perform research and lead discussion with component manufacturers and operators to develop innovative and effective solutions to increase reliability and/or save cost on repair schemes
  
• Generate business cases and cost/benefit analyses of modifications and other maintenance recommendations
  
• Lead research on a wide range of complex technical, operational and quality issues that cannot be resolved by the MRO suppliers
  
• Analyse and report data to monitor relevant Reliability KPIs such as removals per 1000/hrs, LTU, FOF and NFF rates
  
• Lead root cause analysis and develop solutions and recommendations for the continuous improvement of Engineering KPIs
  
• Create presentations for key internal and external stakeholders including senior leadership, suppliers and the customer.
  
• Perform comprehensive FRACAS analyses on failed components.
  
• Perform a liaison functionality with airlines, supply chain partners, internal repair facilities and internal/external stake holders.
  
• Report any issues to the Manager in a timely manner
  
• Understand and contribute to ensuring departmental and company targets are met
  
• Adhere to all Health & Safety guidelines and Quality responsibilities
  
• Adhere to all company procedures and processes
  
• Ensure the work areas are kept in a clean and tidy condition
  
• As business needs dictate, the post holder may be required to undertake additional duties of a level commensurate with their existing responsibility.
  To Be Considered
  
• Must have hands on engineering experience within the Aviation / Aerospace Industry
  
• Knowledge of engineering technical drawings, handbooks and CMMs
  
• To have experience in performing comprehensive FRACAS analyses on failed components.
  
• Good Communication and Analytical Skills
  For full details contact Willis Global - a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Aviation & Aerospace Sector