Unlicensed Aircraft Engineer

1 day ago

Salisbury, Wiltshire, United Kingdom DCS Engineering Full time

Aircraft Mechanics & Avionic Technicians (B1 Mech / B2 Mech)

Location:
Wiltshire

Contract:
Permanent

Salary:
£44,000 per annum

Working pattern:
Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week (no shifts)

About the opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist aviation organisation renowned for delivering complex and technically challenging airborne programmes. Operating across multiple UK locations, our client supports a diverse range of activities including specialist flying operations, capability development and aircraft maintenance.

The organisation is entering the next phase of a long-term aviation and defence-related programme and is expanding its engineering capability at a key site in Wiltshire. This role offers the opportunity to work in a highly unique operational environment, supporting a specialist aircraft platform used for advanced test and development activity.

About the role

Aircraft Mechanics and Avionic Technicians play a vital role in maintaining the safety, reliability and availability of the aircraft. Working alongside Licensed Engineers and reporting to the Station Engineer, you will support line maintenance activities in accordance with regulatory and organisational procedures.

This is a
weekday, non-shift role
, offering excellent work–life balance.

Working hours:

  • Monday–Thursday: 08:00 – 16:45
  • Friday: 08:00 – 15:30

Key responsibilities include:

  • Assisting Licensed Aircraft Engineers with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on large commercial aircraft
  • Carrying out routine inspections and supporting defect rectification activities
  • Supporting modification programmes and avionics upgrade activities
  • Accurately recording maintenance tasks in accordance with regulatory requirements
  • Maintaining a safe, clean and well-organised working environment
  • Adhering to all safety, compliance and quality procedures at all times
  • Supporting work at other UK sites as required by operational needs

Aircraft & training

  • All staff will initially support
    Boeing 757 aircraft
  • Experience on any
    Boeing aircraft
    will be advantageous
  • Candidates without direct 757 experience will be considered, as
    type training can be provided
  • Accommodation will be provided during training periods
  • Future progression onto
    Boeing 737 NG
    aircraft is planned

About you

We are keen to hear from candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:

  • Mechanical (B1 Mech)
  • Avionics (B2 Mech)
  • Sheet metal / structures

You will also ideally have:

  • Proven experience as an Aircraft Mechanic or Avionic Technician
  • Experience working on
    large aircraft
    (essential)
  • Background within a
    Part 145 MRO environment
  • Ability to interpret technical manuals, drawings and maintenance documentation
  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety
  • Good communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team
  • Eligibility to obtain
    UK Security Clearance
    (mandatory)

What's on offer

  • Salary of
    £44,000 per annum
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (from day one)
  • 5% matched pension scheme
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Health & wellbeing benefits including a Healthcare Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
  • Funded type training and accommodation during training
  • Stable Monday–Friday working pattern with no shifts

Diversity & inclusion

Our client is committed to equitable treatment, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion throughout the recruitment process and across the workforce. They are proud to support Disability Confident principles and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals.

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