Licensed Aircraft Engineer (B1 and/or B2)
Location: Wiltshire
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £79,000 - £89,000
Working pattern: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week
About the opportunity
We are recruiting on behalf of a fast-growing, high-performance aviation organisation that specialises in complex and specialist airborne operations. Operating across multiple UK sites, our client supports a broad portfolio of activities including specialist flying operations, capability development and aircraft maintenance.
They are currently entering the next phase of a long-term defence and technology-focused aviation programme and are expanding their engineering team at a key operational site in Wiltshire. This is a rare opportunity to be involved in a highly unique and technically challenging environment, supporting a flight test and specialist aircraft platform.
About the role
The Licensed Aircraft Engineer will play a key role in ensuring continued airworthiness, safety and availability of a Boeing narrow-body aircraft fleet used in specialist operations.
This is a Monday-Friday, non-shift role, focused on line maintenance, offering excellent work-life balance.
Working hours:
Monday-Thursday: 08:00 - 16:45
Friday: 08:00 - 15:30
Key responsibilities include:
Carrying out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections and defect rectification in accordance with approved data and regulatory requirements
Performing troubleshooting and fault diagnosis across aircraft systems, avionics and components
Certifying aircraft and issuing Release to Service as a B1 and/or B2 Licensed Engineer
Ensuring accurate completion of technical documentation
Working closely with engineers, technicians and support staff to maximise aircraft availability
Maintaining strict adherence to safety, compliance and quality standards
Supporting activity at other UK sites as required by operational demand
Aircraft & training
All engineers will initially work on Boeing 757 aircraft
Candidates with any Boeing type rating will be considered
Candidates without type rating will also be considered, as B757 type training can be provided on site
Accommodation will be provided during type training
Longer-term progression onto Boeing 737 NG is planned
About you
We are keen to speak with candidates who meet the following criteria:
CAA Part 66 B1 and/or B2 Licence (essential)
Experience on large aircraft (essential)
Boeing 757 experience or recency highly advantageous but not essential
Background in a Part 145 MRO environment, ideally with line maintenance experience
Strong technical knowledge of aircraft systems, avionics and powerplants
Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills
High attention to detail with a strong commitment to safety and quality
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team
Eligibility to obtain UK Security Clearance (mandatory)
Additional requirements:
B2 Licensed Engineers
Technicians and Mechanics are also required
What's on offer
Competitive salary of £79,000 - £89,000 (B1/B2)
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 EAP
Fully funded type training and accommodation during training
Long-term career progression on future aircraft platforms
Diversity & inclusion
Our client is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable recruitment process and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. They actively support diversity within the workforce and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.
DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality