Licensed Aircraft Engineer (Senior / Certifying Role)
Salary: £36,000 per annum + benefits
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday (40 hours)
Overview
We are looking for an experienced Licensed Aircraft Engineer to take responsibility for supervising maintenance activity and certifying aircraft work in a fast-paced operational environment. This position combines technical authority with team leadership and operational coordination.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering Leadership
Oversee and coordinate aircraft maintenance tasks carried out by engineering teams
Allocate and prioritise workloads to support operational requirements
Act as a point of contact between maintenance operations and management teams
Certification & Technical Control
Review and certify completed maintenance work in line with regulatory requirements
Ensure all documentation, records, and inspections are correctly completed
Provide technical decision-making support for complex defects and troubleshooting
Operational Planning
Support planning of routine inspections and unscheduled maintenance events
Assist with resource planning including manpower, tooling, and materials
Help manage aircraft availability and minimise downtime
Safety & Compliance
Promote safe working practices and ensure regulatory compliance is maintained
Lead briefings and communication sessions with engineering teams
Support investigations and continuous improvement activities
Team Support
Mentor and guide engineering staff in their technical development
Encourage good engineering practice and professional standards across the team
Candidate Profile
Essential Experience
Hold a valid aircraft maintenance licence (mechanical category)
Several years of hands-on experience in aircraft maintenance environments
Previous experience in a senior, supervisory, or certifying capacity
Background working with light aircraft or similar fixed-wing platforms
Technical Ability
Strong understanding of aircraft systems and maintenance procedures
Confident in diagnosing and resolving technical issues
Able to interpret maintenance data and technical documentation
Experience with electronic or digital maintenance systems is beneficial
Leadership Skills
Confident decision-maker with a calm, structured approach
Strong organisational ability and workload prioritisation skills
Clear communicator across technical and operational teams
Strong focus on safety, compliance, and quality standards