Fixed Wing Avionic Maintenance Technician

Fixed Wing Avionic Maintenance Technician

Company: Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited

The person chosen to fill this position will form part of a Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) organisation within BDUK, working as part of a team in support of our key programmes. In this role, you will be responsible for establishing process adherence, accurate, and timely work recording and contractual/regulatory compliance. Normally reporting to a supervisor, this role primarily conducts assigned maintenance tasks. Must be capable of understanding, interpreting and implementing technical information and ensure that work/tasks completed by them have been carried out in accordance with the Approved Technical Data. They will be responsible to control and sequence their individual workload, to ensure acceptable work standards, quality and performance.

The role requires an individual with good communication skills, with the ability to distribute and sequence technical work requirements to their team, controlling demanding workloads, whilst delivering to a high standard, and maintaining schedule. The candidate must be capable of understanding and interpreting technical documents, drawings and associated publications. They must possess a working knowledge of MAA Regulatory Articles (RA), MAA Regulatory Publication (MRP) Part 145, aviation Quality Assurance (QA) and Safety Management System (SMS) and the application of these requirements within their area of responsibility, accountability and authority (RAA).

Basic Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience with aircraft maintenance

• 1+ years of experience using all the following Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel and Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications/Experience:

• 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 would be considered.

• Proficient computer skills, use of the Microsoft Office suite.

• Be an effective team member displaying appropriate behaviours.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver aircraft maintenance and flight line duties under Boeing’s own MAA MRP part 145 approval or under the approval of the MOD customer.

• Be a flexible and proactive team member - Performing duties within the E-7 Flight Test team and the P-8A Base Maintenance MRO team. Following completion of E-7 Flight Testing this role will be absorbed into the BDUK MRO Fixed Wing Team – delivering maintenance on both P-8A and E-7. Travel to Boscombe Down will be required as part of E-7 Flight Test.

• Assemble, disassemble and/or modify systems by changing, removing, replacing and/or upgrading aerospace vehicle components to correct failures or implement changes.

• Perform routine troubleshooting of complex aircraft systems, such as pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical/electronic to isolate faults and repair faulty components within guidelines published in authorised maintenance documents.

• Be flexible with work locations and work times to ensure aircraft are delivered on time to customer.

• Provide advice, guidance and mentoring to peers and others appropriate to their role.

• Exercise or work under appropriate supervision for the role.

• Mitigate immediate risks including ‘stop work’ as well as escalating emerging risks, issues and shortfalls in a timely manner.

• Contribute to continuous improvement workshops and projects as required.

• Where directed, exercise 100% oversight of work carried out by Boeing Apprentices or Trainees as well as Apprentice/Trainee mentoring.

• Contribute positively to our open and honest reporting culture

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

• Continuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next

• Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way

• An inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs

• 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 27th week

• 4x 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

This position requires the ability to obtain a UK security Clearance for which the UK Government requires UK residency. The successful candidate will hold, or have the ability to obtain, Security Clearance (SC).

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education: Not Applicable

Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.

Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift: Shift Worker (United Kingdom)