Airworthiness Engineer Civil Aircraft

Line Up Aviation; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation services provider in Bournemouth is seeking an experienced Airworthiness Engineer Civil Aircraft to ensure the continuing airworthiness and compliance of their Civil Aircraft Fleet. You will manage regulations and assist in flight safety. Ideal candidates should hold a relevant license and have extensive experience in Continuing Airworthiness Management. This is a permanent role with Monday to Friday hours.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Continuing Airworthiness Management.
• EASA/CAA Part 66 B1/B2 License or equivalent experience required.
• Expert knowledge of EASA, UK CAA, UK MAA, and FAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with EASA, UK CAA, UK MAA regulations.
• Maintain aircraft in an airworthy condition.
• Manage Certificates and oversee Aircraft Maintenance Program.

Skills

Continuing Airworthiness Management

EASA/CAA regulations

Safety Management Systems

Change management

Education

EASA/CAA Part 66 B1/B2 License

Job description

On behalf of our client, we are seeking an experienced Airworthiness Engineer Civil Aircraft to join their team on a permanent basis. In this role you will be responsible for the continuing airworthiness management of our nominated Civil Aircraft Fleet, ensuring compliance with all applicable Aviation Regulations and International Standards. This is a critical position that supports flight safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

Role: Airworthiness Engineer Civil Aircraft
Location: Bournemouth
Hours: Monday to Friday
Salary: On Application

Due to the nature of this opportunity, the successful applicant will already hold full UK Govt SC or be capable of gaining full SC in a reasonable timeframe. You should hold a UK passport and have a 5-year UK working history.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all continuing airworthiness activities comply with EASA, UK CAA, UK MAA, and other applicable regulations.
• Maintain aircraft in an airworthy condition, including operational and emergency equipment.
• Manage and validate Certificates (CofA, ARC, PtF), Radio Licenses, and Insurance.
• Oversee Aircraft Maintenance Program (AMP): review, approval, effectiveness analysis, and compliance.
• Manage defect rectification, liaising with OEMs and DOAs as required.
• Control deferred defects and rectification interval extensions.
• Implement Airworthiness Directives (AD), Service Bulletins (SB), Technical Orders (TO), and other mandatory requirements.
• Manage aircraft modifications, technical assessments, and configuration control (Mass & Balance).
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and reporting in line with regulatory standards.
• Support Safety Management System (SMS) through hazard reporting and technical investigations.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in Continuing Airworthiness Management.
• EASA/CAA Part 66 B1/B2 License or Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering Degree or equivalent experience.
• Relevant aircraft type training (advantageous).
• Expert knowledge of EASA, UK CAA, UK MAA, and FAA regulations.
• Familiarity with BCAR A8-21, A8-23 & A8-25 (advantageous).
• Understanding of Safety Management Systems (SMS) and ISO standards.
• Change management experience (advantageous).

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation.