Job Description

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An opportunity has become available to join Boeing Defence UK as a Mechanical Maintenance Technician (Supervisor).

Position Background:

The person chosen to fill this position will form part of an MRO modification, servicing and repair team. The individual must have served a recognized relevant trade apprenticeship or trade training equivalent, and should have knowledge of general aircraft maintenance and environment processes (FOD control, tool control, health & safety & COSHH. Candidate must be experienced in the maintenance, modification and repair of aircraft, and aircraft components. Previous experience in leadership, supervision and control of technical staff is necessary – CH47 Chinook type course is desirable.

 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. Candidate must be capable of understanding and interpreting technical documents, drawings and associated publications. 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 accountability, responsibility and authority. 

They will supervise maintenance activities, fault diagnosis and carry out disturbed system functional tests. This may be at multiple locations. They will supervise technicians to perform tasks associated with aircraft safe handling, maintenance, modification and flight test. Candidate will be responsible to ensure established process adherence, accurate and timely work recording and contractual/regulatory compliance. Candidate must be able to work under minimal supervision with limited direction.  

Responsibilities:

• Assembles disassembles and/or modifies systems by changing removing replacing or upgrading aerospace vehicle components to correct failures or implement changes.
• Oversees/completes assembly disassembly or overhaul.
• Configures aerospace vehicles and test equipment.
• Troubleshoots complex aircraft systems to isolate and repair faulty components within guidelines published in authorized maintenance documents.
• Performs testing of systems and components.
• Documents procedures and established processes to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance.
• Inspects components and verifies repairs for flight worthiness requirements.
• Proficient computer skills, use of the Microsoft Office suite.
• A high level of written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills are required.

What we are looking for:

• Ideally you will have extensive experience working on Boeing Ch47 Aircraft and be familiar with Boeing specifications and drawings.  Have experience supervising a team of aircraft technicians.
• Strong communication skills (both written and oral).
• Experience with working with limited supervision.
• Good organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
   

This is a permanent position and offers an excellent opportunity to join the world's largest aerospace company.

All information provided will be checked and may be verified.

Please apply asap for this role as recruitment may commence before the end date.

Important information regarding this requisition: This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. CANDIDATES MUST HAVE CURRENT LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK IMMEDIATELY IN THE UNITED KINGDOM. BOEING WILL NOT ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN IMMIGRATION AND LABOR SPONSORSHIP FOR ANY APPLICANTS. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll. Relocation Assistance is not available for this role.

PLEASE NOTE: The successful candidate will be expected to undergo a SECURITY CHECK/CLEARANCE

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.

Position Background:

The person chosen to fill this position will form part of an MRO modification, servicing and repair team. The individual must have served a recognized relevant trade apprenticeship or trade training equivalent, and should have knowledge of general aircraft maintenance and environment processes (FOD control, tool control, health & safety & COSHH. Candidate must be experienced in the maintenance, modification and repair of aircraft, and aircraft components. Previous experience in leadership, supervision and control of technical staff is necessary – CH47 Chinook type course is desirable. 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. Candidate must be capable of understanding and interpreting technical documents, drawings and associated publications. 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 accountability, responsibility and authority. They will supervise maintenance activities, fault diagnosis and carry out disturbed system functional tests. This may be at multiple locations. They will supervise technicians to perform tasks associated with aircraft safe handling, maintenance, modification and flight test. Candidate will be responsible to ensure established process adherence, accurate and timely work recording and contractual/regulatory compliance. Candidate must be able to work under minimal supervision with limited direction.  

Responsibilities:

Leads the assembly disassembly and modification of systems by overseeing the change removal replacement or upgrade of aerospace vehicle components to correct failures or implement changes. Oversees assembly disassembly or overhaul. Configures aerospace vehicles and bench test equipment. Directs troubleshooting of complex pneumatic hydraulic and electrical systems to isolate mechanical or electrical faults and repair faulty components. Oversees validation/verification testing of systems and components. Documents procedures and established processes to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance (e.g. repairs test results applicable modifications and inspection results). Inspects components and verifies repairs for flight worthiness requirements. Leads and supervises others to perform tasks associated with the safe handling of an aerospace vehicle (e.g. jacking towing system operations). Provides training and mentors others. Works under minimal direction.