Unlicensed Aircraft Engineer

Bournemouth
8 months ago
Applications closed

The successful candidate will support the Senior Licensed Aircraft Engineer in ensuring the safe and timely completion of maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Servicing of Base allocated aircraft, including daily checks, scheduled maintenance, component changes, rectification and repair, mandatory inspections, reconfiguration of cabin and under wing stores, and aircraft refuelling under supervision of the Licensed Aircraft Engineer.
Supporting the rectification of aircraft defects as directed by the Crew Chief, Chief Engineer, or Aircraft Maintenance Manager within the line maintenance or workshop areas.
Ensuring compliance with all company procedures to maintain airworthiness and Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) standards.
Understanding and applying maintenance instructions as detailed within the technical documentation provided by the supervisor.
Managing any materials or company equipment provided for the task and maintaining the cleanliness of the working area and aircraft at all times.
Keeping all associated Base Maintenance equipment replenished and ensuring service dates are complied with.

Job Requirements:

Proficiency in technical English (written and spoken).
Ability to apply basic mathematics.
Customer-focused with exceptional personal and communication skills.
Self-motivated, confident, and assertive.
Capability to work within and adhere to a defined set of organisational values.
Medically fit to perform daily engineering duties, including detachment working.
Willingness to work shift patterns to suit business needs.
Security cleared to meet current UK and ITAR requirements.
Preferably completed an Aircraft Engineering Apprenticeship or similar, with modules such as English, Maths, and Physics.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines using basic project management skills.

Benefits:

Opportunity to work within a renowned aerospace organisation.
Professional development and training opportunities.
Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Comprehensive employee benefits package.
If you are an aspiring Aircraft Engineer looking to develop your career within the aerospace industry, we encourage you to apply now. Join our client's dynamic and dedicated team and contribute to the continued safety and excellence of aircraft maintenance operations

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