MERITUS are recruiting for a B1 Licensed Engineer to join a leading rotary wing MRO organisation supporting defence and aviation operations across the UK on a critical aircraft maintenance programme.
B1 LICENSED ENGINEER (ROTORCRAFT) - INSIDE IR35 - £60 PER HOUR PAYE/£80.26 PER HOUR UMBRELLA - 6 months - SHAWBURY/OXFORD/RAF VALLEY - SINGLE STAGE FACE TO FACE INTERVIEW PROCESS - SECTOR: DEFENCE & AVIATION MRO
1. Carry out certification of maintenance and repair activities across a fleet of Airbus Helicopters AS350, AS355, AS365, EC120, EC130, EC135, EC145 and EC155 platforms, ensuring continued airworthiness and safe operation of aircraft in line with UK CAA regulations.
2. Lead and certify maintenance inspections and repairs as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor. This is a certifying role requiring a Part 66 B1.3 licence, with responsibility for ensuring all work meets Part 145, Part M and applicable regulatory standards.
3. Provide hands on oversight of airframe, powerplant, mechanical and electrical systems maintenance, including replacement of avionics line replaceable units with appropriate functional testing and verification.
4. Supervise maintenance fitters and support teams, ensuring high standards of workmanship, compliance, and safety across all maintenance activities. Support hangar operations including aircraft movement and general operational housekeeping.
5. Act as a technica...