Airworthiness Engineer Civil Aircraft (Learjet)

Electus Recruitment Solutions; Lower Blandford St Mary; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to oversee the airworthiness of civilian aircraft. The role involves ensuring compliance with aviation regulations, managing maintenance programs, and leading a team in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in airworthiness management, hold an EASA/CAA Licence, and possess strong leadership and communication skills. This is a permanent position based on-site in Bournemouth with a salary of £50k annually.

Benefits

12% matching pension contributions

Bonus incentives

Discounted private medical insurance

Electric car scheme

Wellbeing programmes

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in continuing airworthiness management (civil or military aircraft).
• Expert knowledge of EASA, UK CAA, UK MAA, and FAA regulations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain SC-level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the fleet remains compliant with all applicable aviation regulations and international standards.
• Manage aircraft maintenance programmes, defect rectification, modifications, and technical assessments.
• Deliver airworthiness tasks efficiently, on time, and within budget.

Skills

Leadership skills

Mentoring abilities

Communication skills

Highly organized

Education

EASA/CAA Part 66 B1/B2 Licence

Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering Degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Are you ready to take ownership of the continuing airworthiness of a fleet of civilian aircraft? Influence operational safety, compliance, and technical standards. Develop your career while ensuring aviation excellence.

Salary: £50k per annum
Location: Bournemouth
Working: On-site (5 days per week)
Clearance: SC eligible

What you will need

• Extensive experience in continuing airworthiness management (civil or military aircraft).
• Expert knowledge of EASA, UK CAA, UK MAA, and FAA regulations.
• EASA/CAA Part 66 B1/B2 Licence, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering Degree, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain SC-level security clearance.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the fleet remains compliant with all applicable aviation regulations and international standards.
• Manage aircraft maintenance programmes, defect rectification, modifications, and technical assessments.
• Implement Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins, and Technical Orders.
• Maintain accurate regulatory records and support safety management systems.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure operational excellence.
• Deliver airworthiness tasks efficiently, on time, and within budget.

Your experience

• Proven civil or military continuing airworthiness management background.
• Knowledge of BCAR A8-21, A8-23 & A8-25 (advantageous).
• Understanding of safety management systems and ISO standards.
• Change management experience (advantageous).
• Highly organised, resilient, and able to meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient in MS Office, with excellent business acumen.

Benefits

• 12% matching pension contributions.
• Bonus incentives and discounted private medical insurance.
• Electric car scheme and wellbeing programmes.

Due to the nature of work at our client's site, these vacancies are only open to British Citizens who hold SC clearance or can obtain it.

This is a permanent role.