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B1 & B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineers

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Introduction: Boeing Commercial Aviation Services Europe Limited (BCASEL) is an EASA and UK CAA approved Maintenance Repair Organisation with approval to provide Line & Base Maintenance services on 737 NG/Max 777 and 787 aircraft. Due to continued expansion we are looking for B1 and B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineers to join our organisation. Prospective candidates are required to hold a valid UK CAA Category B1 or B2 Part-66 Licence preferably with 737 NG type rating although candidates with non-Boeing type ratings (Airbus Gulfstream or Embraer etc.) will be considered. Additional training on Boeing specific aircraft types will be provided for the right candidate.

The B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer will have responsibility for the supervision of Mechanics and inspection and certification of scheduled maintenance tasks defect rectification modifications structural repairs and functional tests on Airframe Engine and Electrical systems. They will support the Lead Engineer and allocate tasks to ensure the daily workload is completed and the production plan remains on schedule. The B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer will have responsibility for the supervision of Mechanics and inspection and certification of scheduled maintenance tasks defect rectification modifications repairs and functional tests on Avionic and Electrical systems. They will support the Lead Engineer and allocate tasks to ensure the daily workload is completed and the production plan remains on schedule.

These roles are based at the London Gatwick Hangar facility working a rotational shift pattern. A degree of flexibility is expected and shift patterns will vary as required in order to support business needs and operational requirements. The role will report to the Maintenance Manager - Production.

Responsibilities are based on role and include leadership of technicians, inspection and certification, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and supporting daily operations at London Gatwick.

All candidates should be prepared to work as part of a team, comply with safety and quality standards, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

1. B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineers responsibilities

• Supervise a team of Mechanics performing Base Maintenance on customer aircraft.
• Inspection and certification of scheduled maintenance tasks, defect rectification, modifications, structural repairs and functional tests on Airframe Engine and Electrical systems.
• Complete all assigned work in a timely manner to optimise aircraft downtime.
• Ensure aircraft technical log book maintenance documentation, job cards, work packages and zonal handovers are completed accurately and within prescribed timescales.
• Maintain a high standard of husbandry and cleanliness within assigned work areas.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company processes and procedures.
• Promote a just culture and report all incidents and occurrences in the Boeing Safety Management System.
• Highlight any technical issues, discrepancies or other issues to the Lead Engineer.
• Support the Lead Engineer with the day to day running of their allocated zone and deputise during periods of absence.
• Actively support, promote and contribute to continuous improvement ideas and lean principles.
• Assist the management team in the day to day running of the London Gatwick Operation.
• Undertake any reasonable activities as required including working away from London Gatwick.

2. B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineers responsibilities

• Supervise a team of Mechanics performing Base Maintenance on customer aircraft.
• Inspection and certification of scheduled maintenance tasks, defect rectification, modifications, repairs and functional tests on Avionic and Electrical systems.
• Complete all assigned work in a timely manner to optimise aircraft downtime.
• Ensure aircraft technical log book maintenance documentation, job cards, work packages and zonal handovers are completed accurately and within prescribed timescales.
• Maintain a high standard of husbandry and cleanliness within assigned work areas.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company processes and procedures.
• Promote a just culture and report all incidents and occurrences in the Boeing Safety Management System.
• Highlight any technical issues, discrepancies or other issues to the Lead Engineer.
• Support the Lead Engineer with the day to day running of their allocated zone and deputise during periods of absence.
• Actively support, promote and contribute to continuous improvement ideas and lean principles.
• Assist the management team in the day to day running of the London Gatwick Operation.
• Undertake any reasonable activities as required including working away from London Gatwick.

Required Qualifications:

• Hold a valid UK CAA Category B1 or B2 Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance Licence.
• Type rating on 737 NG preferable although candidates with non-Boeing type ratings (Airbus Gulfstream or Embraer etc.) will be considered.

Desired Experience:

• Must have a minimum of 1 year exercising certification privileges with experience working in a Line or Base Maintenance environment.
• Demonstrate 6 months recent maintenance experience on type in a consecutive 2 year period and ability to hold and maintain appropriate company authorisations specific to role.
• Comprehensive understanding of Part-145 regulations.
• Previous experience of using AMOS or other Maintenance Management Systems.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Effective problem solver with a solution focused mindset.
• Flexible worker who is prepared to adjust working hours to meet operational demands.
• Be a team player who will grasp opportunities to exceed the expectations of internal and external customers.
• Proficiency in using Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint and the ability to learn in house systems.
• Meet the requirements to hold a London Gatwick Airport airside pass.
• Candidates must have the right to live and work in United Kingdom.

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.

Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

Boeing Benefits Package

• As a BCASEL employee you will have the freedom to choose a healthy work-life balance through flexible working arrangements incentive programmes and access to a range of resources and tools to support your growth and wellbeing.
• This includes our industry-leading Boeing Learning Together program which offers generous funding to help you enhance your skills - and learn new ones - at hundreds of accredited colleges and universities across the globe.
• The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond focusing on your physical emotional financial and social well-being.
• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans.
• Continuous learning: You will develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We will provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact your way.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• 23 days annual leave plus UK Public Holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year.
• Bupa Healthcare - Boeing provides 100% coverage for employees; employee can pay for the addition of spouse and family.
• Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution.
• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks.
• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week.
• 6x annual salary life insurance.
• Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development.
• Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs tool and incentives.
• 6 weeks paternity leave. 52 weeks of maternity leave regardless of your length of service or the hours you work.
• 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.

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