Aircraft Structures Technician

Serco Group Plc; Carterton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace support company in Carterton is seeking an Aircraft Structures Technician to deliver metal rectification and repair services for RAF aircraft. The position requires experience in sheet metal rectification, with a qualification in Engineering or Aviation Engineering preferred. The role involves operating workshop machinery, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating with team members. This is a vital role at RAF Brize Norton, contributing to essential aircraft maintenance and repair operations.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual reviews

Pension contributions up to 6%

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts across numerous retailers

Qualifications

• Working knowledge and experience of sheet metal rectification.
• Experience in aircraft engineering is desirable but not essential.
• Completion of an Engineering or Aviation Engineering course is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver metal rectification including damage assessments and repairs.
• Operate workshop machines and hand tools for structural work.
• Document all work performed and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Sheet metal rectification

Damage assessment

Metal fabrication

Education

Recognised Engineering or Aviation Engineering BTEC/ONC/NVQ

Tools

Workshop machines

Hand tools

Job description

Overview

Due to an upgrade of our contract, we are expanding our team. Do you have current working knowledge and experience of sheet metal rectification, if so, we want to hear from you!

The bay is responsible for RAF Brize Norton C-17 aircraft airframe structural and composite repairs, metal fabrication, and damage assessments. Work is carried out within the structures bay and on the aircraft, both in the hangar and on the line. Within this role the team are required to work at height and in confined spaces on the C17 aircraft.

At RAF Brize Norton in Oxfordshire, Serco has been providing multi-activity and engineering support since 1997. Serco proudly supports the RAF and MoD, supplying around 20 different services onsite, from engine and aircraft maintenance, to fuelling and ground control services. RAF Brize Norton is the largest operating base within the Royal Air Force, providing air transport and air-to-air refuelling to the RAF fleet, and as an Aircraft Structures Technician, you will contribute enormously to the vital work carried out here. You'll also be part of the wider team, with 5,800 service personnel, 1,200 contractors and 300 civil servants on site.

Main Accountabilities

• Deliver metal rectification, including damage assessment, frame skin replacements, damage repairs, structural component changes, corrosion removal, manufacture of repair parts, drilling, countersinking, riveting, close tolerance work and bolting of replacement parts.
• Operating workshop machines and hand tools used in airframe structural work and metal repair.
• Interpret and work from engineering drawings, technical manuals and work instructions.
• Using IT software to access technical information and maintenance records.
• Documenting all work performed and maintaining accurate records.
• Collaborating effectively with other team members and departments to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality output.
• Ensure that all repairs and rectification tasks are correctly certified and that records of maintenance carried out are correct and complete.

Qualifications

• Have working knowledge and experience of sheet metal rectification, previous aircraft experience desirable but not essential.
• Have successfully completed a recognised Engineering or Aviation Engineering BTEC/ONC/NVQ, or equivalent, or military course in Aircraft Engineering. Disability Confident.

About Disability Confident

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Security Clearance

Due to the nature of the organisation, all employees of Serco are required to be security cleared to SC level. If successful in your application, we would support you with the SC process. As a guideline only, you would normally need to have been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years. Further confirmation can be found on the National Security Vetting (NSV) website https://www.gov.uk/security-vetting-and-clearance. If you have not been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years, please be prepared to request an Overseas Criminal Records Check for these countries as you will be asked to provide this for referencing and security checks if you are successful. All prospective employees of Serco specifically those who apply for safety sensitive roles, may be subject to drug and alcohol testing.

Remuneration and Benefits

• Salary: Competitive salaries with annual reviews.
• Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
• Holidays: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Training and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
• Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres.
• Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel.
• ShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period.
• Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community.
• Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.