A400M Line Maintenance Mechanic

Airbus; Brize Norton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual profit share

Contributory pension

Share options

Car leasing scheme

Free onsite parking

Season ticket loan

Tax-free technology scheme

Discounted shopping

Job summary

Airbus Operations Limited is seeking a qualified A400M Line Maintenance Mechanic to join our team at RAF Brize Norton. You will work on a global fleet of A400M aircraft, collaborating with military personnel to ensure mission-ready status and support critical operations.

The role requires line maintenance experience in aviation, an NVQ Level 3 engineering apprenticeship, and familiarity with maintenance software. Shift rotations apply in a permanent position, with comprehensive company benefits.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 engineering apprenticeship completed.
• Experience in line maintenance on a fast-paced aviation environment.
• Experience with maintenance software applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist Certifying Engineers with scheduled line maintenance to keep the fleet safe.
• Support complex aircraft recovery operations in diverse environments.
• Apply problem-solving to maintenance challenges in a fast-paced, military-aligned operation.
• Provide detailed feedback on maintenance to influence decisions and uphold standards.
• Log maintenance activities using computer software and report data.
• Ensure all tasks comply with aerospace regulations and procedures.

Skills

Line maintenance

Aviation industry experience

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering apprenticeship (NVQ Level 3)

Tools

Maintenance software applications

Job description

SECURITY CLEARANCE

Must have or be able to obtain security clearance eligibility to access UK Ministry of Defence establishments, working within ITAR and Export Control restrictions

LOCATION

Brize Norton, Carterton, Oxfordshire

TYPE

Full time (Shift rotations required)

HOURS

40.25

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Competitive salary


• annual profit share


• contributory pension


• share options


• car leasing scheme


• free onsite parking


• season ticket loan


• tax-free technology scheme


• discounted shopping and much more

Work / Life Balance

• 35 hour week


• option to buy/sell holiday

Personal Development

• Personalised development plan


• Airbus Leadership University


• unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses


• internal mobility including international opportunities

Health & Wellbeing

• Wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support)


• Employee Assistance Programme


• discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests


• cycle-to-work scheme

Family and Caregiving

• Life assurance


• enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and caregiving

Inclusive Environment

Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity) Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight (#ZEROe) to cleaning up space, sustainability is at the heart of our purpose. So, what's your next change?

Airbus is looking for an A400M Line Maintenance Mechanic to join our pioneering team at RAF Brize Norton. Serving a global fleet of 22 A400M aircraft, you will collaborate closely with military personnel to ensure these critical aircraft are mission‑ready. Your work will directly support high‑profile governmental operations, including humanitarian relief, critical cargo movements, and search and rescue missions.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM

• Assist Certifying Engineers with scheduled line maintenance to ensure the fleet remains safe, compliant, and mission‑ready.


• Engage in and support complex aircraft recovery operations across diverse and demanding environments.


• Utilise creative problem‑solving skills to overcome dynamic maintenance challenges in a fast‑paced, military‑aligned operation.


• Provide detailed, accurate feedback on maintenance activities to influence operational decisions and uphold the highest standards.


• Utilise computer software applications efficiently to log maintenance operations, track activities, and report data.


• Ensure all engineering tasks are completed safely, strictly adhering to aerospace regulations and operational procedures.

ABOUT YOU

• Experience of line maintenance within a fast‑paced aviation environment, backed by a completed engineering apprenticeship at NVQ Level 3.


• Experience of modern aircraft systems and maintenance software applications (previous knowledge of Airbus platforms is highly advantageous).


• Experience of communicating effectively and working collaboratively to solve problems within dynamic, highly regulated, or military‑aligned teams.


• Flexible to undertake shift rotations, travel internationally, and capable of accessing UK Ministry of Defence establishments within ITAR and Export Control restrictions.

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions.

HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part‑time. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request. Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process – you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long‑term condition and meets the minimum criteria of the role (as set out in the job advert). To ‘opt in’, just select the option during your application submission and our Talent Acquisition team will contact you.

LI:MF1 This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company Information

• Airbus Operations Limited


• Employment Type: Permanent


• Experience Level: Professional


• Job Family: Flight line

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