Chinook Support Engineer

2 weeks ago

Gosport, Hampshire, United Kingdom Standard Aero Full time £22,000 - £45,000 per year
Description

Build an Aviation Career You're Proud Of

Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn't just treat you like a number. You'll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you'll be set up for success.

Key responsibilities and duties:

  • To maintain engineering data on the Vector NAVIXA system
  • To Interpret & maintain Chinook technical data on the Vector network
  • To operate within and to the engineering processes set within the FBM
  • To interact with associates and the customer regarding queries and RFC
  • Development of technical repair solution for customer acceptance 
  • To carry out technical research regarding alternatives and repair schemes
  • Have an Broad understanding of regulatory articles 

  • Adherence to our Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety Management Systems (SMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and all associated Business Manuals. 

Competencies: (e = Essential / d = desirable)

Core: 

Essential

  •  Indentured Aircraft Apprentice or Equivalent 
  • CAT B Stamp holder applicable to Chinook Platform – Or sufficient on aircraft experience.
  • Good Teamwork, Communication skills
  • Good IT skills and competent in the use of Microsoft Office suite
  • Good Planning and Organising skills

Desirable

  • Engineering background
  • Knowledge of RFC / Workflow system
  • Knowledge and understanding of NAVIXA system

Functional: 

Essential

  • Able to read and understand technical drawings and publications
  • Ability to plan, organise and prioritise own workload
  • Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbally

Desirable

  • Able to work flexibly to the needs of the business
  • High level of customer focus

Organisational Relationships:

  • The applicant shall be capable of working within a pressured, team-based environment whilst interacting with both internal and external customers

Professional Qualifications/Education and Training:

  • Indentured Aircraft Apprentice or Equivalent, CAT B Stamp holder

Experience: 

Essential

  • Experience within a Chinook maintenance environment 

Desirable 

  • Previous experience in a technical support role 

This is not an exhaustive list and from time to time additional responsibilities may be provided directly from your Line Manager

Benefits That Make Life Better
 

  • 206 hours annual leave per year for employees working 37 hours per week, plus 8 public holidays

  • Employer match pension scheme

  • YuLife wellbeing services, including 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Program, personalised online fitness programs, and many more

  • Bonus opportunities

  • Generous paid sick leave

  • Life assurance cover

  • Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme

  • Onsite gym at both the Fleetlands and Almondbank sites

  • Electric Vehicle Scheme

  • Seasonal flu jabs administered on site each year by Bupa

  • Learning and training opportunities

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