Introduction:

Reporting to the Boeing Joint Fleet Planning Team (JFPT) Lead this role will be part of the Boeing element of the JFPT, based at the UK Apache AH-64E Main Operating Base (MOB) at Wattisham, Suffolk.  Suitable candidates will require demonstrable aviation fleet planning experience ideally on rotary wing aircraft, and be able to balance the often competing requirements of a 50-strong fleet of Apache AH-64E that is in constant use both in the UK and abroad.  The role requires planning and tracking of the configuration, usage and maintenance requirements of individual aircraft within the fleet and their timely and effective allocation to user organisations (e.g. Army Air Corps (AAC) Squadrons, the Apache Operational Conversion Unit (OCU), etc.).

As embedded Boeing staff within a multi-functional, customer-led organisation, sound communication, briefing and negotiation skills are essential for this role.  Successful candidates will be able to formulate clear and workable plans from complex data, brief, and convince, senior stakeholders, issue timely fleet management direction and fully understand the risks and implications of any plans formulated and decisions made. Successful candidates will possess a working knowledge of MAA Regulatory Articles (RAs), MAA Regulatory Publications (MRP) Part 145 and Part M, aviation Quality Assurance (QA) and Safety Management Systems (SMS), and be able to demonstrate the application of these requirements within their area of Responsibility Accountability and Authority (RAA).

Responsibilities:

• Leads, plans, organizes and controls the maintenance and repairs of aircraft, aircraft components and support equipment.  
• Develops and maintains aircraft maintenance schedules.  
• Coordinates and monitors materials, tools, aircraft components and support equipment requisitioning, receipt, and allocation.  
• Documents and dispositions aircraft, components and support equipment maintenance data.

Work Authorisation:

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants.

Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

Security Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain a UK security clearance (SC) for which UK residency is required. All information will be checked and verified.

Required Qualifications:

Applicable and appropriate educational/certification credentials from an accredited institution and/or equivalent experience is required, specifically:

• Experience in the UK Defence Air Environment (DAE)
• A technical or vocational qualification at UK NQF Level 3 or higher
• Apache on-type training (AH-64E, AH-64D or Apache AH Mk1) and/or relevant experience.
• Registration with a Professional Engineering Institution would be appropriate for this role

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

As embedded Boeing staff within a multi-functional, customer-led organisation, sound communication, briefing and negotiation skills are essential for this role.  Successful candidates will be able to formulate clear and workable plans from complex data, brief, and convince, senior stakeholders, issue timely fleet management direction and fully understand the risks and implications of any plans formulated and decisions made. Successful candidates will possess a working knowledge of MAA Regulatory Articles (RAs), MAA Regulatory Publications (MRP) Part 145 and Part M, aviation Quality Assurance (QA) and Safety Management Systems (SMS), and be able to demonstrate the application of these requirements within their area of Responsibility Accountability and Authority (RAA).