A Licensed Engineer

Line Up Aviation; Luton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Line Up Aviation is working with a leading aviation client to appoint a Licensed Engineer to join their maintenance operation at London Luton Airport. Permanent position with a 5-5-4 days/nights shift pattern and 12-hour shifts.

You must hold a UK CAA Category A Licence and have hands-on maintenance experience on Airbus A320. The role involves base and line maintenance on commercial aircraft, collaboration with other licensed engineers and a strong emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• UK CAA Category A licence required.
• Hands-on maintenance experience on Airbus A320.
• A320 type rating preferred.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Carry out aircraft maintenance per approved data and procedures.
• Certify maintenance tasks within licence scope.
• Carry out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections and replacements.
• Assist with diagnosing and troubleshooting aircraft defects.
• Ensure maintenance documentation is completed accurately and timely.
• Maintain compliance with UK CAA regulations and safety standards.
• Work closely with B1/B2 Licensed Engineers and maintenance teams.
• Promote safety culture and continuous improvement across the operation.

Skills

CAA Licence A

Line maintenance

Troubleshooting

Hands-on maintenance

Education

Recognised apprenticeship

Diploma or equivalent

Job description

A Licensed Engineer

Location: Luton

Employment Type: Permanent

Shift Pattern: 5-5-4 days and nights

Hours: 12-hour shifts

Line Up Aviation is working with a leading aviation client who is looking to appoint an A Licensed Engineer to join their maintenance operation at London Luton Airport.

This is a permanent opportunity working a 5-5-4 shift pattern covering days and nights. The successful candidate must hold a UK CAA Category A Licence and have hands‑on maintenance experience working on Airbus A320 aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Carry out aircraft maintenance in accordance with approved data, company procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Certify maintenance tasks within the scope of your licence and company authorisations.
• Carry out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, defect rectification and component replacements.
• Assist with diagnosing and troubleshooting aircraft defects.
• Ensure all maintenance documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain compliance with UK CAA regulations, company procedures and safety standards.
• Work closely with B1/B2 Licensed Engineers, mechanics and wider maintenance teams.
• Promote a strong safety culture and support continuous improvement across the operation.
• UK CAA Part-66 Category A Licence.
• Hands-on experience working on Airbus A320 aircraft.
• Base and/or line maintenance experience on commercial aircraft.
• Recognised apprenticeship, diploma or equivalent aircraft maintenance qualification.
• Valid right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to work a 5-5-4 shift pattern covering days and nights.
• A320 type rating.
• Current or recent company approvals/authorisations on A320 aircraft.
• Previous line maintenance experience.

Additional Information

• Based at London Luton Airport.
• 5-5-4 shift pattern covering days and nights.
• 12-hour shifts.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.