Aviation GSE Mechanic: Field Maintenance & Global Support

MANTECH; Mildenhall; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Disability Insurance

Retirement and Savings

Job summary

MANTECH seeks an Aviation Ground Support Equipment Mechanic to join the vehicle sustainment team in Mildenhall, UK. The role supports global ALECS program, performs inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance on aviation ground support systems, and requires strong mechanical experience and ability to travel.

The candidate will handle diagnostics, use hand tools and multi-meters, and maintain thorough records while adhering to safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of qualified mechanical experience with a related degree or 8+ years with trade school/associate degree or 10+ years experience.
• Experience with light/heavy-duty trucks, ground power units, aircraft tugs, ground support equipment.
• Experience with maintenance support, troubleshooting, engineering, and repair of U.S. systems to component level.
• Proficiency with hand tools and diagnostic tools; ability to apply standard troubleshooting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, rebuild, or overhaul major assemblies of aviation ground support equipment.
• Replace worn parts, adjust valves, repair fuel systems and ignition systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical power support systems and document data.
• Maintain records and documentation; perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Vehicle maintenance

Diagnostics

Hand tools

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree or related field

Trade school certification

Associate degree

Tools

Hand tools

Diagnostic tools

Power tools

Multi-meters

Job description

MANTECH seeks an Aviation Ground Support Equipment Mechanic to join the vehicle sustainment team in Mildenhall, UK. The role supports global ALECS program, performs inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance on aviation ground support systems, and requires strong mechanical experience and ability to travel.

The candidate will handle diagnostics, use hand tools and multi-meters, and maintain thorough records while adhering to safety and regulatory standards.