Airworthiness Engineer (Fixed Term Contract)

Airbus; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking an Airworthiness Engineer for their UK Military Flying Training System. The role involves providing airworthiness support, reviewing maintenance programs, and ensuring EASA compliance. Ideal candidates should possess EASA training and experience with SAP, along with a deep understanding of aviation regulations.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

Share Incentive Plan

Discretionary bonus scheme

Employee purchase schemes for technology and health plans

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in an Airworthiness role specific to EASA Part CAMO activities.
• Formalized EASA Part 145 and Part CAMO training required.

Responsibilities

• Provide Part CAMO Airworthiness Support within the CAMO Department.
• Conduct periodic review of Aircraft Maintenance Programmes.
• Generate compliance reports to support Aircraft Audits.

Skills

Knowledge of EASA regulations

Experience with SAP and ERP software

Education

EASA Part 145 and Part CAMO training

Human factors Initial training

Job description

Overview

UK Military Flying Training System (Rotary Wing) Airworthiness Engineer - Fixed Term Contract Shawbury — Reports to UK MFTS (RW) Deputy Continuing Airworthiness Manager (Shawbury).

AHUK is the MoD’s chosen provider of helicopters and maintenance for its Defence Helicopter Flying School (MFTS) at RAF Shawbury and RAF Valley. AHUK offers experience in helicopter sales, bespoke completions, maintenance and spares support, with in-house engineering capabilities including design, customisation, installation, flight-testing, certification, technical support, maintenance, training and the supply of spares for civil and military applications.

Applicants must demonstrate the right to remain and work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• The Airworthiness Engineer is responsible for providing Part CAMO Airworthiness Support within the CAMO Department.
• The main responsibilities include: periodic review of Aircraft Maintenance Programmes against fleet maintained aircraft; implement/validate changes to the Maintenance Programmes in the MIS arising from AMP revisions to ensure compliance with aircraft configuration.
• Monitor and implement actions arising from applicability requirements identified during incoming airworthiness data reviews.
• Review technical information from Regulatory Authorities and OEMs in a timely and consistent manner, including Airworthiness Directives and Service Bulletins.
• Be acceptable to the UK CAA to hold a form 4 position (ARC Signatory).
• Provide input to H135/H145 presentations for the MFTS CAMR.
• Generate AD/SB compliance reports to support Aircraft Audits and Airworthiness Reviews.
• Provide a proactive approach to repetitive defect analysis and reporting.
• Perform other airworthiness activities as directed by the Deputy Continuing Airworthiness Manager in support of the MFTS operation.

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Knowledge and Skills

ESSENTIAL

• Thorough knowledge of EASA regulations relating to Part CAMO and Part 145 Airworthiness and Maintenance requirements.
• Experience with SAP and ERP software.

DESIRABLE

• Knowledge of Airbus H135/H145 product.
• Understanding of EASA Part 21 Subparts G and J, including associated AMC material.

Education, Qualifications or Special Training

ESSENTIAL

• Formalised EASA Part 145 and Part CAMO training.
• Human factors Initial training completed.

DESIRABLE

• HND in Aviation related discipline.

Experience

ESSENTIAL

• 3 years’ experience in an Airworthiness role, specific to EASA Part CAMO activities.

DESIRABLE

• Previous experience as an Aircraft Engineer (EASA Part 66 Licenced preferred) or 5 years of experience within a Continued Airworthiness Management environment.
• Experience of Military Aviation.

Key performance indicators

To be developed

Other requirements

• TRAVEL — Initially based in Oxford to undergo training in AHUK process and procedures.

Reward and Benefits

In joining the Airbus family, you will play a part in delivering the most efficient helicopters for its customers. Benefits include:

• Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) – single cover for employees paid by the company
• Pension: Auto-enrolled into Airbus Group UK Retirement Fund; employer 6%, employee 4% basic
• Share Incentive Plan and ESOP. Annual share schemes at company discretion
• Success Share, Discretionary Group bonus scheme (conditions apply)
• Bikes to Work (up to £3,000) (employee purchase scheme)
• Technology (employee purchase scheme)
• Mydrive (employee car purchase scheme)
• Den-Plan (employee purchase scheme)
• Health-care Cash Scheme
• Personal Accident Insurance (employee purchase scheme)
• Health Assessments
• Travel Insurance
• Financial/Legal Advice (e.g., Will-writing; Lasting Power of Attorney)

Additional requirements

• Due to the nature of this position you will require DBS Security Clearance and be eligible for SC clearance.
• Applicants must meet all Export Compliance Regulation requirements.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. For questions contact [e-mail].

This job requires awareness of compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company: Airbus Helicopters UK Ltd

Employment Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Qualification & Operability

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