Repair & Overhaul Technician in Prestwick

Job Summary

Woodward integrates leading-edge technologies into fuel, combustion, fluid, actuation, and electronic control systems for the aerospace and industrial markets.

In Prestwick, we repair and overhaul aircraft engine fuel controls across Europe, Middle East and Asia.

As a Repair and Overhaul Technician, you will maintain high quality and precision standards in assembling, testing and inspecting aircraft engine components under the supervision of an Operations Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

• Teardown, assemble and test products following documented procedures using specified tools and equipment.
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams to analyze, investigate and scope product work.
• Conduct inspections and tests to verify accuracy and functionality, recording data per operating standards.
• Adhere to 5S principles, keeping workstations clean, organized and free of unnecessary items.
• Follow all safety protocols, procedures and regulatory requirements to promote a safe working environment.
• Key Skills & Qualifications
• Basic technical aptitude, following technical instructions and SOPs.
• Mechanical aptitude – tear down, assemble and test components with hand tools and basic equipment.
• Critical thinking – identify gap‑to‑standard issues and resolve or escalation per standard processes.
• Team communication – communicate effectively with teammates and supervisors, escalating issues.
• Time management – manage time to complete tasks within schedules.
• Lean mindset – practice 5S, waste reduction, and continuous improvement activities.
• Production systems – understand and use standardized work, escalating when cannot be followed.
• Computer skills – basic software use (e. g., email, spreadsheets, data entry tools).
• Attention to detail – precise execution and double checking for accuracy.
• Collaboration – work cooperatively with team members, accept feedback.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on education, experience, knowledge, skills and internal equity.
• Woodward Operations Incentive bonus scheme – target of 7.5% paid quarterly, discretionary.
• 29 days holiday plus 4 public holidays.
• Personal Pension Scheme – automatic enrollment after month1 with 9% employer contribution.
• Income Protection and Life Assurance – 60% of salary for long‑term absence and 4× basic salary for life assurance, enrolled after month1.
• Salary Sacrifice – offers on latest technology and bike‑to‑work scheme.
• Occupational Health / Wellbeing – private medical insurance (no medical underwriting) and dental cover after six months, with optional spouse/family after two years.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and annual health assessments, including blood tests and optional flu vaccines.
• Learning & Development – free courses via Linked In, internal Woodward University, and external course subsidies.
• Employee Discount Scheme – access to discounts at high street and online retailers, restaurants and days out.
• Highfive Recognition Scheme – peer recognition app.
• Maternity Leave – flexible working arrangements and maternity policy.
• Family Responsibilities Scheme – paternity, parental, adoption, bereavement and dependent leave options.
• Diversity & Inclusion

Woodward is committed to creating an inclusive and rewarding workplace for all, embracing diverse people, perspectives and experiences.

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