Role: Reliability Engineer (Commercial Aviation)
Permanent, Full-Time
Location: Near Gatwick Airport, West Sussex (Office based)
Salary: £47,000 - £48,000 + benefits
I am seeking a skilled Reliability Engineer to join a leading aviation organisation supporting commercial aircraft Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) operations.
You will play a key role in analysing aircraft component performance, identifying reliability issues, and delivering data-driven solutions to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.
This is a highly visible, customer-facing role where you will act as the engineering and reliability representative, engaging directly with international airline customers, suppliers, and senior stakeholders.
Main Responsibilities:
* Analyse reliability data to identify trends in system anomalies, discrepancies, and performance issues
* Lead root cause analysis on component failures and develop effective corrective actions
* Monitor and report on key reliability KPIs (e.g. removals per 1000 hours, NFF, FOF, LTU rates)
* Develop retrofit plans and improvement strategies to enhance component reliability
* Produce technical presentations and reports for senior leadership, customers, and suppliers
* Collaborate with OEMs, MROs and supply chain partners to improve component performance and on-wing life
* Investigate repetitive defects and propose engineering solutions
* Build strong working relationships with airline customers and represent the business in technical and reliability meetings
* Generate business cases and cost/benefit analyses for engineering improvements
* Support continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and reliability performance
Ideal Candidate Profile:
* Degree or equivalent experience in an aircraft engineering discipline (mechanical, electrical, aerospace or similar)
* Experience within aviation, MRO, or aerospace engineering environments
* Experience with Airbus & Boeing aircraft platforms
* Strong analytical skills with experience in data analysis and reliability engineering
* Ability to interpret technical documentation (e.g. CMMs, drawings, manuals, specifications)
* Proven experience conducting root cause analysis on failed components and deliver practical solutions
* Ability to collect, organise, synthesise, analyse data, summarise findings, develop conclusions and recommendations from different data sources
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to present to senior stakeholders
* Customer-focused mindset with strong relationship-building skills
** Candidates must already hold the right to live and work in the UK at the time of application. No sponsorships can be provided, now or in the future.
If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply immediately.
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