Avionics Mechanic

Job Title: Unlicensed Avionics Mechanic

Location: Wiltshire

Department: Engineering

Reports To: Engineering Manager/Base Manager

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Overview:

We are seeking an Unlicensed Avionics Mechanic to join our client’s esteemed engineering team based in Wiltshire. With a 40-year heritage in the rotary field, our client is renowned for maintaining Leonardo aircraft. This role offers an opportunity to engage in a variety of engineering duties, ensuring the highest standards of maintenance for aircraft. You will collaborate with licensed engineers and contribute to the smooth operation of the facilities, both on-site and off-site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engineering Duties: Report directly and engage in any engineering duties prescribed by Company Licensed Engineers and the Engineering Manager/Base Manager.
• Maintenance: Carry out both line and base maintenance at any of the facilities, and off-site upon company requirements.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure the highest quality and standards of work are completed in relation to aircraft, components, and documentation.
• Tool and Equipment Use: Use and maintain any company-provided tools and equipment in a safe and proper manner.
• Component Maintenance: Perform maintenance, disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, re-assembly, or adjustment of various aircraft components.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with CAA/EASA and Company standards.
• Facility Maintenance: Ensure facilities, equipment, and premises are maintained to an acceptable standard.
• Safety Promotion: Promote safety within the workplace and ensure all tasks are performed within the safety manual guidelines.
• Task Efficiency: Complete all tasks as specified in an efficient and compliant manner, ensuring that safety matters are always considered and adhered to.
• Issue Reporting: Report and confer with Licensed Engineers and Management on any maintenance issues that could impact safety or job completion dates.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work with other departments to ensure the smooth operation of the business.
• Technical Analysis: Analyse and interpret technical aircraft information.
• Ground Operations: Carry out all required aircraft ground operations such as aircraft moving, refueling, and cleaning.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Eligibility: All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK and be able to obtain security clearance due to the location of this position.
• Experience: Prior experience in aircraft maintenance, particularly with rotary aircraft, is highly desirable.
• Skills: Strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with CAA/EASA regulations and standards.
• Safety Awareness: A strong commitment to workplace safety and adherence to safety guidelines.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work with a prestigious client with a rich heritage in the rotary field.
• Dynamic work environment with a focus on safety and compliance.
• Collaboration with experienced licensed engineers.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.

If you are passionate about aviation and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join a leading engineering team in Wiltshire.