Licensed Aircaft Engineer in London

Licensed Aircraft Engineer (B1 and/or B2)Location: Wiltshire

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £79,000 – £89,000

Working pattern: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week

Must be able to be SC Cleared.

About the opportunityWe are recruiting on behalf of a fast-growing, high-performance aviation organisation that specialises in complex and specialist airborne operations. Operating across multiple UK sites, our client supports a broad portfolio of activities including specialist flying operations, capability development and aircraft maintenance.

They are currently entering the next phase of a long-term defence and technology-focused aviation programme and are expanding their engineering team at a key operational site in Wiltshire. This is a rare opportunity to be involved in a highly unique and technically challenging environment, supporting a flight test and specialist aircraft platform.

About the roleThe Licensed Aircraft Engineer will play a key role in ensuring continued airworthiness, safety and availability of a Boeing narrow-body aircraft fleet used in specialist operations.

This is a Monday-Friday, non-shift role , focused on line maintenance , offering excellent work-life balance.

Working hours:

Monday-Thursday: 08:00 – 16:45

Friday: 08:00 – 15:30

Key responsibilities include:

Carrying out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections and defect rectification in accordance with approved data and regulatory requirements

Performing troubleshooting and fault diagnosis across aircraft systems, avionics and components

Certifying aircraft and issuing Release to Service as a B1 and/or B2 Licensed Engineer

Ensuring accurate completion of technical documentation

Working closely with engineers, technicians and support staff to maximise aircraft availability

Maintaining strict adherence to safety, compliance and quality standards

Supporting activity at other UK sites as required by operational demand

Aircraft & training

All engineers will initially work on Boeing 757 aircraft

Candidates with any Boeing type rating will be considered

Candidates without type rating will also be considered, as B757 type training can be provided on site

Accommodation will be provided during type training

Longer-term progression onto Boeing 737 NG is planned

About youWe are keen to speak with candidates who meet the following criteria:

CAA Part 66 B1 and/or B2 Licence (essential)

Experience on large aircraft (essential)

Boeing 757 experience or recency highly advantageous but not essential

Background in a Part 145 MRO environment , ideally with line maintenance experience

Strong technical knowledge of aircraft systems, avionics and powerplants

Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills

High attention to detail with a strong commitment to safety and quality

Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team

Eligibility to obtain UK Security Clearance (mandatory)

Additional requirements:

B2 Licensed Engineers

Technicians and Mechanics are also required

What\’s on offer

Competitive salary of £79,000 – £89,000 (B1/B2)

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (from day one)

5% matched pension scheme

Group Life Insurance

Health & wellbeing benefits including a Healthcare Cash Plan and EAP

Fully funded type training and accommodation during training

Long-term career progression on future aircraft platforms

Diversity & inclusionOur client is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable recruitment process and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. They actively support diversity within the workforce and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.

Contact Max Carr at DCS Engineering if you are interested

DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality

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