Electrical / Avionics Fitter

Purpose of the position

To carry out maintenance, modifications, and repairs to aircraft structure & mechanical systems in accordance with work card instructions and relevant controlled technical documentation.

Actively support, promote, and contribute to continuous improvement ideas and activity to ensure that progressive gains in efficiency are maintained.

Accountability

Accountable for the safe and compliant completion of maintenance and modifications on aircraft under the supervision of a Technician or Team Leader.

Responsibilities:

• Carry out maintenance tasks on aircraft/components in accordance with approved documentation.
• Comply with HSE and airworthiness regulations and requirements.
• Work in accordance with company procedures to ensure compliance with requirements associated with the role, eg, tool control, document control, system updates and certification.
• Booking and accounting for time
• Working to and maintaining a high standard of workmanship

Tasks:

• Removal and instillation of components, parts and panels from the aircraft including in fuel tanks and other confined spaces.
• As part of the Maintenance Team, assist in moving, jacking and trestling aircraft.
• Clean aircraft, aircraft equipment, components, parts, or tools to enable inspection, repair or maintain them in good working order.
• Carry out repairs to aircraft structure, parts and components as required.
• Apply protective coverings to objects or surfaces near work areas.
• Refit or replace defective parts, using hand tools or power tools.
• Assist in the test of aircraft parts with gauges and other instruments.
• Read work orders or descriptions of problems to determine repairs or modifications needed.
• Read and interpret manufacturers' instructions to identify repair specifications.
• Ensure proper completion of aircraft records (e.g. work cards, non-routines and other related documents) at the end of every shift.
• Interpret blueprints, specifications, or diagrams to inform installation, development, or operation activities.
• Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.
• Order materials, supplies, or equipment.
• Communicate with co-workers to coordinate installations or repairs.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisors or Line Managers

Capability:

• Detail orientated.
• Able to work well in a team.
• High levels of integrity.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Must have an eye for continuous improvement.

Technical Competencies:

• Comfortable working with aircraft technical data, maintenance manuals and drawings
• Able to understand and interpret manufacturer instructions to repair, replace, and assemble aircraft components.
• Computer literate
• Engineering hand skills suitable for competency assessment
• Education:
• Completion of accredited A&P mechanic training course or military equivalent.
• Experience:
• Requires experience performing maintenance in the following areas on large transport aircraft (C-130 specific experience is advantageous): maintenance checks, engine changes, gear changes, structural repairs, flight control rigging, component maintenance on large transport aircraft (C-130 specific experience is advantageous)

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, 27 days holiday increasing with service up to 30 days (option to buy /sell)

• Pension contributions up to 9%, healthcare cash plan for you and your children, extensive flexible benefit program.

About Marshall

Marshall is an independent, family-owned UK company with a diverse portfolio of businesses and a shared commitment to keeping our customers moving forward.

Whether that is supporting global armed forces to deliver mission-critical activities, keeping the UK distribution industry on the road, creating new sustainable communities where people can live and thrive, or developing the next generations of industry talent – we are incredibly proud to have been building extraordinary futures since 1909.

Marshall Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Marshall Group is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Marshall Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Marshall Group is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about Equal Opportunity in the Workplace .