Aircraft Mechanical Supervisor (Hawk Programme

Morson Edge; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day working week

Professional development opportunities

Unique coastal working environment

Job summary

Morson Edge is seeking an Aircraft Mechanical Supervisor for the Hawk Programme at RAF Valley. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced aircraft engineer to lead depth maintenance activities and support one of the UK's important military aviation programmes.

Located on the Isle of Anglesey, this permanent position offers a structured 4-day work week, allowing for a balanced professional life while developing your technical and leadership skills in a highly respected aviation context.

Qualifications

• Hands-on aircraft engineering or mechanical maintenance experience is essential.
• Ability to lead and support maintenance personnel is required.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain BPSS and SC Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise aircraft depth maintenance and diagnostic activities.
• Carry out inspections, repairs, modifications, and system testing.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and safety compliance.

Skills

Aircraft engineering experience

Fault diagnostic capability

Leadership and support skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Completion of a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship

City & Guilds 2675 Aeronautical Engineering

NVQ Level 3 in an Aeronautical discipline

Tools

Aircraft platform training

IT competency

Job description

Aircraft Mechanical Supervisor (Hawk Programme - RAF Valley)

Morson Edge are supporting the recruitment for 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.

Shift Pattern

Monday – Wednesday: 07:00 – 17:00

Thursday: 07:00 – 16:30

Enjoy a long weekend every week with a structured 4-day working pattern!

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 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 and strong IT competency

Why Apply?

• Permanent position supporting Hawk aircraft within a military aviation environment
• 4-day working week
• Opportunity to supervise and lead aircraft maintenance activities
• Support the RAF's fast‑jet training programme
• Develop your technical and leadership experience
• Support operational aircraft maintenance at RAF Valley

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.

Excellent opportunity to develop supervisory and technical leadership experience within a highly respected aviation programme.

Ready for Your Next Step?

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

If you're an experienced aircraft engineer ready to step into a supervisory position—or an existing supervisor looking for a new challenge within military aviation—we'd like to hear from you.