Licensed Engineer (CAA/EASA B1/B2) (220jc) – St Athan - £75 – 85k + Benefits
If you have experience in aircraft engineering, thrive under pressure, and value discipline and high standards, this could be the perfect role for you. This position is ideal for UK military veterans who have engineering maintenance experience and want to transition into a civilian career that fully utilises their skills.
DUE TO THE NATURE OF THIS RECRUITMENT CONSULTANCY, WE ARE ONLY ABLE TO REPRESENT INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE EX MILITARY.
What You’ll Do
* Deliver scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft in line with Part 145 procedures
* Supervise and mentor engineering teams to ensure high-quality, safe, and compliant work
* Ensure all maintenance documentation is accurate and completed in line with regulatory and company standards
* Liaise with management regarding progress, manpower, and operational requirements
* Maintain high engineering standards, workplace cleanliness, and safety, including FOD prevention and risk management
* Assist in driving continuous improvement across engineering operations
* Support a culture of safety, quality, and teamwork
Who they are looking for:
* Proven experience in aircraft maintenance and engineering leadership
* EASA B1/B2 Licence (A330 with GE CF6, PW4000 & RR Trent 700 and/or A320 with CFM56 & IAE V2500 or B737 with CFM56)
* Recent, relevant hands-on experience (minimum six months in the last 24 months)
* Strong understanding of inspection procedures and engineering best practices
* Ability to organise, prioritise, and deliver in a fast-paced environment
* Strong knowledge of line maintenance and quality processes
* Excellent communicator with leadership and mentoring skills
Desirable
* B1 and B2 licence holder
* Engine Ground Run (EGR) trained
* Experience on additional aircraft types (e.g., B777, A340)
Why This Role Appeals to Veterans
This role offers the chance to leverage your operational discipline, technical expertise, and leadership experience gained in the military within a civilian aviation engineering environment. You’ll work in a hands-on, high-standard role where your safety-first mindset and ability to lead under pressure will be valued and rewarded.
In return they are offing a good starting salary between £75 -80k with 25 days holiday, company pension, 3% employer and 5% employee, possible bonus scheme, depending on personal and company goals, as well as continuing personnel development within the company.
For more information, please contact Jean-Claude Hedouin at Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd on (phone number removed)