Job Description At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us. Boeing Defence UK Limited (BDUK) is a subsidiary of the Boeing Company and currently employs over 2000 people in the UK. BDUK is responsible for delivering several exciting contracts to our UK Defence customers including E-7 AEW&C, P-8A Maritime Patrol Aircraft, C4ISTAR Services, Through Life Support for the Chinook and Apache Fleets, Logistic Information Services, and Training Services. The Operations Tool Store Lead role is designed to provide direct control and supervision of tools and aircraft equipment required during Aircraft Maintenance, Major Repairs and Modification work of aircraft transferred to Boeing. Reporting to and accountable to the Maintenance Support Manager; their line manager Description The Operations Tool Stores Lead is responsible for maintaining compliant tool stores across Operations. To ensure they report all events/occurrences/near misses, in line with BDUK QA, SMS and EH&S reporting requirements, through an open and just culture To carry out and fulfil their individual tasks within the scope of their authorisation To manage and issue tools and associated support equipment to the work force undertaking Aircraft Maintenance, Major Repairs and Modification work To administer/deliver/monitor/update the approved Tooling Accounting Tool (Cribmaster) and equipment calibration records in support of maintenance and modification activity Monitor and sustain First Time Quality Productivity and cost savings Ensure tool control and compliance Maintain a FOD free workspace Supervise operatives and general hand Coordinate calibration, GFE and tool loans. Preferred Qualifications/Experience The ability to apply both their technical knowledge and human factors (HF) knowledge, with regard to assessing the requirements against the individual tasks being undertaken. A good communicator, with a demonstrable ability to communicate the technical work requirements to others. Possesses knowledge of MAA Regulatory Articles (RA), MAA Regulatory Publication (MRP) Part 145, BDUK Part 145 MOE, aviation Quality Assurance (QA) and Safety Management System (SMS) and application of these requirements within their area of accountability, responsibility and authority. Is capable of working and communicating with management levels, cross functional areas and the customer effectively. Is capable and experienced in sequencing and controlling demanding workloads, on time, to budget and to the required standard. Be able to demonstrate Boeing Values & Behaviours: Safety & Quality, Trust, Ownership, People Focus & Innovation. Work Authorisation This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Security Clearance This position requires the ability to obtain a UK security clearance for which the Government requires UK Citizenship. Relocation This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense. Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 25, 2026 Export Control Details: Non - US based job Relocation Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Security Clearance This position requires an active UK Secret security Clearance for which the UK Government requires UK residency. The successful candidate will hold, or have the ability to acquire, Security Clearance (SC). Visa Sponsorship Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Shift Day Shift (United Kingdom) Contingent Upon Program Reward The position is contingent upon program award Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law. We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews. Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.