Aircraft Mechanical Supervisor (Hawk Programme

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Benefits offered by this job

Four-day week

Military environment

Leadership development

Job summary

Morson Edge at RAF Valley, Isle of Anglesey, is seeking an Aircraft Mechanical Supervisor to join the Hawk depth maintenance team. The role blends hands-on engineering with leadership within a structured defence programme.

The successful candidate will supervise maintenance activities, drive safety standards, and develop supervisory capabilities in a military aviation environment, with a four-day week and long weekends.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship (ideally Aeronautical).
• City & Guilds 2675 Aeronautical Engineering & Maintenance or NVQ Level 3 in Aeronautical discipline.
• Aircraft platform training relevant to the Hawk fleet.
• Trade Principles training for maintenance personnel.
• Good IT competency for technical documentation and MOE compliance.

Responsibilities

• Undertake and supervise aircraft depth maintenance and diagnostic activities.
• Carry out inspections, repairs, modifications, and system testing.
• Analyse and diagnose faults on aircraft systems and components.
• Support maintenance delivery against operational and programme requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and support to maintenance technicians.
• Promote best practice and a proactive maintenance culture within the team.
• Carry out MOE compliance activities and tooling oversight.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Fault diagnosis

Safety-critical

Team leadership

Communication

Safety & quality

Security clearance

Education

Engineering Apprenticeship

Aeronautical Eng. / NVQ3

Aircraft platform training

Trade Principles training

IT competency

Job description

Morson Edge Verified

Isle of Anglesey, Wales, United Kingdom

Aircraft Maintenance Engineers

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Onsite

6 days ago

Aircraft Mechanical Supervisor (Hawk Programme)

Location: RAF Valley, Isle of Anglesey

Position: Permanent

Salary: £36,304.44 per annum

Reference: SF71695

Overview

Morson Edge is supporting the recruitment of an Aircraft Mechanical Supervisor to join a military aviation team supporting Hawk aircraft depth maintenance at RAF Valley.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced aircraft engineer or supervisor looking to combine hands‑on engineering with leadership responsibility within a highly respected defence aviation programme. Working within a structured maintenance environment, you will support aircraft availability, technical standards, and team performance while developing your supervisory and leadership capabilities.

Why Apply?

• Permanent position supporting Hawk aircraft within a military aviation environment
• Four-day working week with long weekends every week
• Opportunity to supervise and lead aircraft maintenance activities
• Support the RAF's fast jet training programme
• Develop both technical and leadership experience
• Work within a respected and safety‑critical aviation environment
• Support operational aircraft maintenance at RAF Valley

Shift Pattern

• Monday – Wednesday: 07:00 – 17:00
• Thursday: 07:00 – 16:30

Enjoy a structured four-day working week, providing a long weekend every week and a strong work‑life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake and supervise aircraft depth maintenance and diagnostic activities
• Carry out inspections, repairs, modifications, and system testing
• Analyse and diagnose faults on aircraft systems and components
• Support maintenance delivery against operational and programme requirements
• Provide technical leadership and support to maintenance technicians
• Promote best practice and a proactive maintenance culture within the team
• Carry out compliance‑related support activities including tooling control and oversight checks
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with approved procedures and Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE) requirements
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety, and regulatory compliance

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous hands‑on aircraft engineering or mechanical maintenance experience
• Strong engineering knowledge and fault diagnostic capability
• Experience working within safety‑critical or regulated maintenance environments
• Ability to lead, influence, and support maintenance personnel
• Strong communication, organisational, and time management skills
• Commitment to high standards of safety, quality, and professional conduct
• Eligible to obtain and maintain BPSS and SC Security Clearance

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship, ideally Aeronautical Engineering or military equivalent
• City & Guilds 2675 Aeronautical Engineering & Maintenance or NVQ Level 3 in an Aeronautical discipline
• Aircraft platform training relevant to the fleet
• Trade Principles training
• Good IT competency

Working Environment

Located on the Isle of Anglesey, RAF Valley offers the opportunity to work in a unique coastal setting while supporting one of the UK's most important military aviation programmes.

• Military aviation and aircraft depth maintenance environment
• Structured engineering team supporting operational aircraft maintenance activities
• Strong engineering culture with ongoing development opportunities
• Excellent opportunity to develop supervisory and technical leadership experience within a highly respected aviation programme

Key Information

• Location: RAF Valley, Isle of Anglesey
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Aircraft: Hawk
• Environment: Military Aviation / Aircraft Depth Maintenance
• Security Clearance: BPSS and SC eligibility required

Ready for Your Next Step?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled aviation professional looking to progress into a supervisory role within a dynamic and safety‑critical military aviation environment.

Whether you're an experienced aircraft engineer ready to step into leadership or an existing supervisor looking for a new challenge within military aviation, we'd be interested in hearing from you.