Aircraft Field Service Engineer

Morson Talent; Scotland; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Field Service Operative (FSO) for its Field Service Department. This role involves performing maintenance on customer aircraft and requires an engineering background, solid aviation experience, and readiness for overseas travel. Candidates should have a strong foundation in aeronautical engineering and effective communication skills for collaboration with customers and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in an aviation environment.
• Effective communication skills required.
• Previous overseas work experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks on aircraft in the UK and overseas.
• Assist Customer Support Field Service Representatives.
• Manage daily work requirements efficiently.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of aviation engineering

Maintenance standards

Education

Aeronautical Engineering Apprenticeship or Military Equivalent

HNC/BTEC or equivalent

Job description

Field Service Operative

Job Description:

Are you an Aircraft Engineer who enjoys overseas travel? If so, this could be be an excellent opportunity for you.

We are currently recruiting for a Field Service Operative (FSO) on behalf of our large aerospace client based in Yeovil to join their Field Service Department. The main purpose of your role is to perform discreet maintenance tasks (modifications, repairs, or scheduled maintenance) on customer aircraft, which are based both within the UK and overseas.

What you will do as a Field Service Operative (FSO):

1. Work alongside and assist Customer Support Field Service Representatives in providing support to customers both in the UK and abroad. There is a development path to progress to the Field Service Representative role.
2. Assist with the preparatory requirements of the Contractor Working Party (CWP) deployments by assessing team composition requirements (trade, skills, inspection approval, etc.).
3. Assess work instructions to determine GSE, tooling, and material requirements.
4. Interact with client departments, customers, and suppliers to agree and progress CWP plans.
5. Monitor the progress of work to the scheduled timelines and budgets, maintaining effective communication with key stakeholders.
6. Manage daily work requirements within the scope of the pre-defined Statement of Work, ensuring efficient utilization of resources.
7. Ensure all work performed by the CWP complies with the Company Operating System (COS) procedures and relevant maintenance exposition.
8. Maintain company inspection approval on in and out-of-production aircraft relevant to your trade discipline and experience.
9. Respond promptly to work requirements in the UK and overseas, including extended periods and irregular hours when needed.

What we need from you:

1. Completed an Aeronautical Engineering Apprenticeship or Military Equivalent.
2. Engineering qualification (minimum HNC/BTEC or equivalent).
3. Solid experience in an aviation environment with good knowledge of aviation engineering and maintenance standards.
4. Effective communication skills.
5. Previous overseas work experience is desirable.

If interested, please apply today or contact Oliver Beaumont directly at (phone number removed).