Aircraft Structural Technician

ZipRecruiter; Ashington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Wildcat Base Maintenance Aircraft Structural Technician to join their dedicated team. This role involves performing critical structural repairs on a fleet of helicopters, ensuring they meet airworthiness standards. With a focus on professionalism and safety, you'll work in a supportive environment that encourages personal growth and career development. Enjoy competitive benefits, including a generous holiday entitlement and a company pension scheme, while contributing to the success of a vital aviation operation.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus based on team KPI achievement

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in aircraft manufacturing or repair.
• Proof of experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft structural repairs and related tasks as directed.
• Maintain technical currency and authorization through ongoing training.

Skills

Aircraft Structural Repairs

Technical Currency Maintenance

FOD Clearance

Administration Management

Education

NVQ in Aeronautical Engineering

Job description

Morson Technical Services is currently seeking a Wildcat Base Maintenance Aircraft Structural Technician on a permanent basis, based at RNAS Yeovilton.

About the Role

Our Wildcat Base Maintenance team performs 300 hourly zonal maintenance checks on a fleet of 62 Army and Navy Wildcat Helicopters. Over a 17-week cycle, teams strip, clean, inspect, and rectify aircraft to ensure they are ready for deployment. Our qualified engineers work a day routine, fault find, replace components as needed, and ground run aircraft before dispatch.

Operating within a MAOS Part 145 framework, our organization emphasizes professionalism, airworthiness, and health and safety. Our onsite HR team at RNAS Yeovilton supports employees' career development and personal growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft structural repairs and related tasks.
• Hold authorizations to at least the minimum level required by WMS, including signing off within your trade group (limited to aircraft structural repairs and related tasks), as detailed in OP 1103 and individual Record of Engineering Authorizations (REA).
• Maintain technical currency and authorization through ongoing training and reading disseminated information.
• Carry out aircraft structural repairs and related tasks as directed by WBM Structures Supervisors/Inspectors, following published procedures and instructions.
• Observe authorized tool control procedures (WMS OP 502) during repairs and tasks.
• Operate hangar facilities as directed.
• Ensure FOD clearance and check the security of the dispersal area.
• Manage administration and maintain the working environment.
• Be prepared to work towards achieving an NVQ in Aeronautical Engineering discipline.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Minimum of 3 years aircraft manufacturing or repair experience.
• Proof of experience is required.

Package and Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Discretionary bonus based on team KPI achievement annually.
• Holiday entitlement: 5 weeks (25 days) plus bank holidays, increasing to 26 days after 5 years of service.
• Company pension scheme.

If interested, please apply today or contact Oliver Beaumont directly.