Licensed Aircraft Engineer

DCS Engineering; Basel; Vor Ort; CHF 120.000 - 170.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Permanent position

Relocation support

Competitive salary

5 weeks annual leave

Subsidised meals

Training opportunities

Employee discounts

Owner-managed culture

Zusammenfassung

DCS Engineering in Switzerland is seeking a B1 or B2 EASA Licensed Engineer for VIP Base Maintenance. The role involves certifying staff duties within a Part-145 organisation, performing base maintenance on high-end VIP and corporate aircraft, and ensuring compliance with EASA regulations.

This permanent, Monday–Friday position offers relocation support, a competitive salary, and opportunities for professional development within a premium VIP maintenance environment.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years' practical base maintenance experience.
• Holder of European EASA Part-66 Category B1 Licence OR B2 Licensed Engineer.
• 2–3 years’ experience as Certifying Staff.
• Minimum 3 years’ certification experience on type.

Aufgaben

• Act as B1 OR B2 Certifying Staff within the Part-145 organisation
• Perform routine and non-routine base maintenance tasks
• Carry out inspections, structural repairs, engine and mechanical system maintenance
• Troubleshoot, inspect, repair and rectify airframe, engine and mechanical defects
• Certify and record all work in accordance with approved maintenance data and EASA regulations
• Liaise with internal Part-145 MRO and Part-21 departments regarding maintenance issues
• Support AOG events, including occasional travel away from base when required
• Maintain the highest standards of quality, safety and regulatory compliance

Kenntnisse

B1/B2 EASA License

Base maintenance experience

Certifying Staff experience

English fluency

VIP aircraft experience

Jobbeschreibung

Permanent B1 OR B2 EASA Licensed Engineer – VIP Base Maintenance (Switzerland)

We are working in partnership with our client, a highly reputable VIP aircraft maintenance organisation based in Switzerland, specialising in VIP and corporate jet maintenance. Due to continued growth, they are seeking experienced B1 OR B2 EASA Licensed Engineers to join their Base Maintenance team on a permanent basis.

This is a Monday–Friday position with no shift rotation, offering an excellent work-life balance alongside competitive salary and relocation support.

The Role – Base VIP Maintenance

As a B1 OR B2 Licensed Engineer, you will act as Certifying Staff within a Part-145 maintenance organisation, supporting high-end VIP and corporate aircraft in a base maintenance environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as B1 OR B2 Certifying Staff within the Part-145 organisation
• Perform routine and non-routine base maintenance tasks
• Carry out inspections, structural repairs, engine and mechanical system maintenance
• Troubleshoot, inspect, repair and rectify airframe, engine and mechanical defects
• Certify and record all work in accordance with approved maintenance data and EASA regulations
• Liaise with internal Part-145 MRO and Part-21 departments regarding maintenance issues
• Support AOG events, including occasional travel away from base when required
• Maintain the highest standards of quality, safety and regulatory compliance

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ practical base maintenance experience
• Holder of European EASA Part-66 Category B1 Licence OR B2 Licensed Engineer
• 2–3 years’ experience as Certifying Staff
• Minimum 3 years’ certification experience on type

We are particularly interested in engineers with type ratings and recent certification experience on one or more of the following aircraft:

• Global 5000 / 5500 / 6000 / 6500 / 7500

Airbus

• A318 / A319 / A320 / A321
• A330 / A340 / A350

Gulfstream

• Gulfstream IV / 450
• Gulfstream V / 550
• Gulfstream 650
• B737 / B747 / B757 / B767
• B777 / B787

Pilatus

Additional Requirements

• Strong mechanical and structural troubleshooting capability
• Fluent English (spoken and written)
• Ability and flexibility to work in different environments, including VIP settings
• Strong awareness of quality, reliability and safety standards
• Professional, adaptable and customer-focused approach

What’s On Offer

• Permanent position in Switzerland
• Competitive salary package depending on experience / type ratings
• Relocation and work permit support (where applicable)
• 5 weeks annual leave (6 weeks from age 50)
• Subsidised meals
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts and corporate events
• Supportive, dynamic, owner-managed company culture

This is an excellent opportunity to join a premium VIP maintenance organisation offering long-term stability, strong benefits, and a high-quality working environment within the VIP aviation sector.

For a confidential discussion or further details, please get in touch.

Max Carr at DCS is looking after the role.