The Mechanical Bay Team Lead will form part of the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) organisation within BDUK, working as part of a team to support key aircraft programmes. The role is responsible for ensuring established process adherence, accurate and timely work recording, and contractual and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities
- Deliver off‑wing support to aircraft maintenance under Boeing's own MAA MRP part 145 approval or under the approval of the MOD customer.
- Perform duties within Boeing Vertical Lift, Apache MRO team, and provide supervision to the Mechanical Bay team at Wattisham.
- Be flexible with work locations and times to ensure aircraft and components are delivered on time to customer.
- Provide advice, guidance and mentoring to peers and others as appropriate.
- Exercise or work under appropriate supervision for the role.
- Mitigate immediate risks, including stop‑work decisions, and timely escalation of emerging risks, issues and shortfalls.
- Contribute to continuous improvement workshops and projects.
- Exercise 100% oversight of work carried out by Boeing Apprentices or Trainees, including mentoring.
- Contribute positively to an open and honest reporting culture.
Qualifications
- Fluent written and spoken English.
- Recognised relevant trade apprenticeship or trade training equivalent.
- Knowledge of general aircraft maintenance and processes applicable to the aviation environment (Human Factors, FOD control, tool control, health & safety & COSHH).
- Experience in either commercial or defence aircraft maintenance.
- Experience working on, but not limited to, Main Rotor Heads, Pylons, Gun Turrets.
- Proficient computer skills, especially using the Microsoft Office suite.
- Effective team member displaying appropriate behaviours, including Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
- Working knowledge of MAA Regulatory Articles (RA), MAA Regulatory Publication (MRP) Part 145, aviation Quality Assurance (QA) and Safety Management System (SMS) and their application within responsibility area and authority (RAA).
Benefits
- Competitive salary and annual incentive plans.
- Continuous learning opportunities to develop skills and navigate future challenges.
- Supportive flexible tools and resources for meaningful impact.
- Inclusive culture welcoming diverse voices.
- Excellent adoption and parental leave options: 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year.
- Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution.
- Company‑discounted BUPA Medical Plan.
- Short‑term sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks.
- Long‑term sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from week 27.
- Life insurance at four times annual salary.
- Supportive learning programmes for ongoing personal and career development.
- Access to Boeing's Well‑Being Programs, tools and incentives.
Security Clearance & Employment
- The position requires the ability to obtain a UK Security Clearance (SC); UK residency is required.
- Current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom is a must; Boeing will not sponsor immigration or labour visa applications.
- Applications will be accepted until 17 Jun 2026.
- This is not an Export‑Control position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to race, colour, 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 welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and encourage applicants to share any accommodations needed during the recruitment process.
