Aircraft Fitters

Raf Brize Norton; Carterton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Raf Brize Norton is seeking Aircraft Fitters, Mechanics and Maintenance Technicians with a background in aircraft maintenance, repair and modification to join an established engineering team. You will perform maintenance and light structural work on A400M aircraft, reading manuals and ensuring safe use of ground equipment.

Current HF, EWIS and SFAR 88 certificates are essential, with UK work rights and MOD clearance ability.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Aircraft Engineering, or equivalent with at least three years of recorded experience.
• Current HF, EWIS and SFAR 88 certificates are essential.
• Knowledge of aeronautical regulations, UK right to work and ability to obtain MOD clearance.
• Familiarity with AirN@v, AMOS and MAA Part 145 would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, repairs and modifications to A400M aircraft.
• Undertake light structural and mechanical fitting work.
• Interpret aircraft maintenance manuals and technical documentation.
• Ensure the safe use of aircraft ground equipment.
• Complete aircraft maintenance paperwork accurately.
• Maintain high safety standards and FOD prevention.
• Support continuous improvement and report safety occurrences.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

A400M experience

Mechanical fitting

Reading manuals

Job description

Aircraft Fitters, Aircraft Mechanics, Aircraft Maintenance Technicians, Airframe Fitters, Mechanical Fitters or Aircraft Maintenance Engineers with a background in aircraft maintenance, repair and modification. Working as part of an established engineering team, you'll carry out aircraft maintenance, repairs, modifications and light structural work, ensuring all activities are completed safely and in accordance with approved maintenance documentation and procedures. Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out maintenance, repairs and modifications to A400M aircraft
• Undertaking light structural and mechanical fitting work
• Interpreting aircraft maintenance manuals and technical documentation
• Ensuring the safe use of aircraft ground equipment
• Completing aircraft maintenance paperwork accurately
• Maintaining high standards of safety, housekeeping and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention
• Supporting continuous improvement and reporting safety occurrences
  Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Aircraft Engineering, or an equivalent aircraft-related qualification supported by at least three years' recorded experience.

Current Human Factors, EWIS and SFAR 88 certificates are essential, alongside knowledge of aeronautical regulations, UK right to work and the ability to obtain MOD security clearance. Previous A400M, military aircraft, propeller or wide-body experience would be advantageous. Familiarity with AirN@v, AMOS and MAA Part 145 would also be beneficial.

£25-£38 per hour (rate to be confirmed) | 6-month rolling contract | 5x5x4 shift