At a Glance
- Tasks: Travel globally to maintain and install life-saving ejection seats and canopy systems.
- Company: Join Martin-Baker, a leader in aerospace and defence with a strong engineering focus.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive pension, healthcare plan, and 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Other info: Dynamic role with extensive travel and excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in aviation safety while working with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: HNC or equivalent in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering; hands-on experience is essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Field Service Engineer Denham Deploy it.
As a Field Service Engineer within our Product and Engineering Support team at Denham, youll join a tight-knit group of technical experts serving as the face of Martin-Baker on the hangar floor.
From cutting-edge F-35 programmes to legacy platforms, your hands-on expertise ensures our life-saving equipment performs perfectly in the most extreme, safety-critical environments worldwide.
We design, manufacture and support life-saving equipment used by aircrew around the world.
Our products operate in demanding environments, where quality, reliability and attention to detail are critical.
Were proud of our long history in aerospace and defence, also focused on the future.
Joining Martin-Baker means becoming part of a business with a clear purpose, strong engineering capability and a long-term commitment to its people, products and customers.
Whether you work in engineering, operations, commercial, finance, supply chain or support functions, your contribution helps deliver equipment that protects lives.
The Opportunity As a Field Service Engineer, you will base your work at our Denham site, stepping into an active role that involves regular international travel for the maintenance, repair, and trial installation of ejection seats and aircraft canopy systems worldwide.
You will find a high-stakes, autonomous environment where your engineering precision directly impacts military and civil aviation clients on a global stage.
This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with Design Engineers and Human Factors specialists to retrofit seats into aircraft.
Youll gain unparalleled exposure to international hangar operations while operating within a highly supportive and engaged engineering team.
This role is based at the Denham site but requires complete willingness to travel extensively for assignments lasting from one to several weeks post-training.
What Youll Do Global Deployment : Travel internationally to support military and civil aviation clients for maintenance, repair, and trial installation assignments.
Technical Maintenance : Perform high-precision repairs on ejection seats and explosive aircraft canopy cords with flawless technical accuracy.
Trial Installations (TIs) : Partner directly with Design Engineers and Human Factors specialists to successfully retrofit seats into aircraft.
Engineering Precision : Maintain strict tool control while accurately interpreting complex engineering drawings and technical manuals.
Direct, practical experience with ejection seat maintenance or canopy fitting (essential).
A proven background in the Aerospace or Aeronautical engineering industry (essential).
Qualifications : HNC, BTEC, or NVQ Level 3/4 in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline (essential).
Technical Skills : Exceptional mechanical aptitude and the ability to interpret intricate engineering documentation (essential).
Flexibility : Complete willingness to travel extensively and work independently post-training (essential).
Experience within the RAF Armament trade, a similar military role, or aircraft/helicopter line maintenance (desirable).
What We Offer Excellent pension package with strong employer support Martin-Baker contributes 9% of your salary (non-contributory to the employee), with further employer contributions that grow as you increase your own Life Assurance Lunchtime finish on a Friday Personalised training and development plan Healthcare plan25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Martin-Baker + (retail discounts platform)Occupational Health team Workplace Nursery Benefit scheme Cycle to work scheme How to Apply / Your Interview Journey Please submit your CV and should you wish, a brief covering letter outlining your suitability, including any relevant experience, skills and expertise you can bring to the role.
Initial Telephone interview: First Stage Interview : An initial virtual discussion (via Teams) with the Hiring Manager to explore your background, motivations, and technical engineering suitability.
We believe in equal opportunity, committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected.
Martin-Baker is a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, showing our support and commitment to our Armed Forces and their families, proudly supporting those who serve.
Field Service Engineer (M/W/D) employer: Martin Baker
At Martin Baker, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Denham where innovation meets dedication. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our comprehensive benefits package, including a pension scheme and healthcare plan, alongside ample annual leave to ensure a healthy work-life balance. Join us to be part of a team that values collaboration and the vital role our life-saving technology plays in global defence.
