Aircraft Merlin Technician

Mpi-Limited; Helston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

MPI-Limited is seeking a permanent Aircraft Technician with Merlin experience to be based at RNAS Culdrose, Helston, Cornwall. You will work as an Aircraft Engineering Fitter across IMOS and AESAS contracts, supporting Merlin helicopter operations in a highly regulated environment.

The role requires hands-on aircraft maintenance skills, adherence to safety and quality standards, and a commitment to ongoing training. You must have the right to work in the UK; sponsorship is not provided.

Qualifications

• Up to 3 years in an airworthiness environment with Merlin/rotary wing experience
• Experience with Merlin aircraft systems and support equipment
• Understanding of Lean Operating Procedures, Naval Air Publications, and Compound Interactive
• Electronic Technical Publications (CIETP)
• Familiarity with engineering and asset management systems
• Commitment to safety, COSHH regulations, tool control and quality practices
• Maintenance Human Factors course completed
• Safety, precision and teamwork are essential

Responsibilities

• Work as an Aircraft Engineering Fitter across IMOS and AESAS contracts
• Support operational deliverables in a highly regulated environment
• Ensure all work meets safety, quality, and regulatory standards
• Raise risks, quality issues, or customer concerns with team leads
• Complete admin duties and attend training to grow your skills

Skills

Merlin rotorcraft

Lean procedures

Naval publications

CIETP

Engineering systems

Tool control

Maintenance Human Factors

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Job description

MPI have a requirement for a permanent Aircraft Technician with MERLIN experience to be based at RNAS Culdrose, Helston, Cornwall. TR12 7RH

Are you looking to develop your career in aviation supporting the Royal Navy? Do you have hands on aircraft experience? Keep doing what you do best – join our clients team at Royal Navy Air Station Culdrose.

Whether you're transitioning from the military or bringing rotary wing aircraft experience from industry, this is your opportunity to apply your skills where they truly matter – supporting the Royal Navy at one of the UK’s busiest military airfields.

Our Client are proud to deliver aviation support services at RNAS Culdrose through the IMOS (Integrated Merlin Operational Support) and AESAS (Aircraft Engineering and Airfield Support) contracts. From hands-on aircraft maintenance to off-aircraft support, our team plays a vital role in keeping Merlin helicopters mission-ready.

Rate of pay to be discussed on application

What you’ll do:

• Work as an Aircraft Engineering Fitter across IMOS and AESAS contracts
• Support operational deliverables in a highly regulated environment
• Ensure all work meets safety, quality, and regulatory standards
• Raise any risks, quality issues, or customer concerns with team leads
• Complete admin duties and attending training to grow your skills

What you’ll need:

• At least up to 3 years in an airworthiness environment, with Merlin or rotary wing aircraft experience
• Previous experience of working with Merlin aircraft systems and support equipment
• Understanding of Lean Operating Procedures, Naval Air Publications, and Compound Interactive
• Electronic Technical Publications (CIETP)
• Understanding of engineering and asset management systems
• Commitment to safety, COSHH regulations, tool control and quality practices
• Completion of a Maintenance Human Factors course
• Safety, precision and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.

To be considered for this role, you must have the legal right to work in the UK. Please note that we are unable to provide sponsorshiup for employment visas.

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