Avionics Supervisor – Typhoon Programme Morson Edge is recruiting Avionics Supervisors to support a prestigious defence programme at RAF Coningsby.
The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.
You'll work side by side with the Royal Air Force, playing a vital role in the maintenance, repair, and upgrade of the UK's state-of-the-art Eurofighter Typhoon fleet.
This is an opportunity to be part of TyTAN (Typhoon Total Availability eNterprise)—a long-term, strategic programme delivering exceptional operational output for the Typhoon Force.
You'll be immersed in hands-on work with cutting-edge aerospace technology, collaborating daily with RAF personnel and industry specialists to keep aircraft flying at peak performance.
Location: RAF Coningsby (Onsite) Salary: £44,096 DOE Shift pay opportunities Key Responsibilities • Perform detailed maintenance, inspection, and supervisory activities on Typhoon aircraft/components in accordance with approved technical documentation • Diagnose and resolve faults and maintenance issues, including configuration management • Oversee maintenance using approved data and toolsets, providing appropriate supervision and oversight • Ensure accurate and timely documentation; resolve issues with relevant business areas • Lead and manage the workforce day-to-day, ensuring compliance with Company Policies, Quality Management, Health & Safety, and Environmental standards • Deliver outputs that meet airworthiness requirements, prioritising flight safety • Demonstrate flexibility by fulfilling technician and supervisory duties as required, including day/night shifts (with allowances) • Conduct independent inspections, evaluate tasks, and compile Job Inspection Certificates (JICs) Skills & Experience Essential: • Relevant industry or military-equivalent apprenticeship/qualification (e.g., City & Guilds 2675 or 2661 in Aeronautical Engineering & Maintenance) • Proven supervisory experience in fast-jet aircraft maintenance within a technical aviation xxuwjjq environment • Strong understanding of quality procedures, processes, specifications, and Approved Maintenance Organisation standards (MAOS MIL Pt145) • Knowledge of depth maintenance documentation and system enquiries • Demonstrable leadership experience within a maintenance environment Desirable: • Typhoon Aircraft "Q" qualification Benefits Alongside a competitive pension scheme, the role offers access to employee share plans and a wide range of discounted health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans, shopping discounts, and eligibility for an annual incentive.