Airworthiness Engineer in Bournemouth

The job purpose of the Airworthiness Engineer is to oversee the technical aspects of the aircraft’s continued airworthiness, including maintenance planning, documentation control, and airworthiness reviews. Responsibilities encompass a multifaceted realm of aircraft maintenance and regulatory compliance ensuring the airworthiness of aircraft throughout their operational lifecycle, adhering to stringent aviation regulations and safety standards. This is a pivotal role in the company’s commitment to reliability, compliance, and the seamless operation of aircraft and therefore contributes significantly to the excellence of airworthiness management.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring the airworthiness of an aircraft throughout its life cycle and managing the technical aspects of the aircraft’s continued airworthiness, assisting with maintenance planning and documentation control.
• May be required to assist in airworthiness reviews as directed.
• Ensure compliance with all aviation regulatory requirements and standards.
• Work with aircraft manufacturers, suppliers, and authorities to address technical issues.
• Keep track of maintenance programme updates and ensure they are up to date.
• Handle technical administrative tasks and maintain accurate and up-to-date records related to the aircraft’s maintenance and airworthiness.
• Provide technical support to maintenance personnel and operators by providing guidance on technical issues and answering aircraft related technical issues.
• Have an understanding of repairs, dent and buckle charts, reliability reviews and modifications.
• Ensure that the mass and balance statement reflects the current status of the aircraft.
• Identify and assess potential safety concerns and provide solutions.

Other Duties

• As directed by the Continuing Airworthiness Manager and as considered necessary to meet the day-to-day, ongoing requirements of the business.
• Deputise in the absence of the Airworthiness Engineer Supervisor.
• The Airworthiness Engineer must stay up-to-date with evolving aviation regulations and industry standards to ensure compliance and enhance safety protocols.

Person Specification Criteria

Experience

• Experience within a UK CAA / EASA Part M, Part CAMO and Part 145 environment or equivalent.
• Technical career experience within aviation.

Knowledge and Skills

• Proficiency in Industry Standards, Best Practices and Aviation Regulations as required by EASA and UK CAA including Part CAMO, Part-145, Part–21, Part–M, CAP–562 and CAP–747.
• A sound knowledge of aircraft systems, structures and maintenance procedures.
• Technical writing skills.
• Proficient use of Microsoft 365: Word / Excel / Outlook / TEAMS.

Competencies / Personal Characteristics

• Good problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team and on own initiative.
• Excellent organisational skills with ability to plan and prioritise effectively, and execute tasks competently.
• Detail-orientated and committed to delivering high quality work.
• Input into improvement and development of the Airworthiness Department.

To apply, please email your up-to-date CV and cover letter to recruitment@european.aero. Use AIRWORTHINESS ENGINEER followed by your name (SURNAME,FIRST NAME-in CAPITALS) in subject line.