Aircraft Delivery & Engineering Operations Engineer

British Airways PLC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major airline company is seeking a Delivery Support Engineer to enhance operational performance and ensure aircraft compliance. This role requires proven decision-making skills, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to work under high pressure. The successful candidate will collaborate with engineering teams to resolve airworthiness issues and optimize delivery plans. The position demands excellent communication and leadership abilities, making it ideal for those with extensive experience in operational management in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Professional development training

Training at state-of-the-art Learning Academy

Staff travel benefits

Qualifications

• Proven decision-making skills in a complex business environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of modern large aircraft.
• Experience using Continuous Improvement processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the EDM to deliver operational performance.
• Manage airworthiness issues and compliance.
• Build relationships with stakeholders in engineering.

Skills

Decision-making skills

Excellent influencing skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Prioritisation skills

Operational management experience

Technical knowledge of aircraft

Customer focus

Education

Technical/operational qualification or engineering apprenticeship

UK/EASA or equivalent Part 66 maintenance licence

Aircraft production/technical background

Tools

IT systems including aircraft monitoring software

SAP

Microsoft Office 365 suite

Job description

A major airline company is seeking a Delivery Support Engineer to enhance operational performance and ensure aircraft compliance. This role requires proven decision-making skills, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to work under high pressure. The successful candidate will collaborate with engineering teams to resolve airworthiness issues and optimize delivery plans. The position demands excellent communication and leadership abilities, making it ideal for those with extensive experience in operational management in a fast-paced environment.