Aviation Materials & AOG Logistics Specialist

American Airlines Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

American Airlines in London seeks a Materials Specialist to support Tech Ops, overseeing spare parts handling, stockroom integrity and regulatory compliance with Customs/FAA rules.

You will coordinate import/export logistics, manage hazardous shipments per IATA and liaise with European stations to source and transport emergency parts (AOG). Training is provided to grow in a technical aerospace role.

Qualifications

• Good level of literacy and numeracy.
• Good English oral and written communication skills.
• Physically fit with color vision for stock handling.
• Ability to work in an airline environment.
• Team oriented and proactive in learning.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Willing to take on extra responsibilities temporarily.
• Valid driving licence.
• Ability to handle time-sensitive AOG situations.

Responsibilities

• Control the issue and usage of all related aircraft spares and technical support items
• Maintain the aircraft parts stockroom in accordance with strict Customs/FAA controls
• Import/export logistics – airwaybill creation, commercial invoices, customs declarations and clearance
• Handling of hazardous/high value shipments (correct packaging, identifying Dangerous Goods for transport in accordance with IATA regulations).
• Process all documentation and transactions, both manually and in inventory systems
• Liaise/organize with other airlines and stations in sourcing and transporting emergency aircraft parts (AOG)
• Assistance at other European locations when required
• Inventory stocktaking, identifying and control of shelf life items
• Recognize and adapt to changes in procedures and inventory control systems
• Complete mandated departmental self-audits and be accountable for audit findings

Skills

Literacy & numeracy

English communication

Physical fitness

Color vision

Team player

Punctual & reliable

Proactive in skill development

Willing to take extra responsibility

Valid driving licence

Ability to work under pressure (AOG)

Tools

Warehousing/inventory systems

Aerospace logistics knowledge

Job description

American Airlines in London seeks a Materials Specialist to support Tech Ops, overseeing spare parts handling, stockroom integrity and regulatory compliance with Customs/FAA rules.

You will coordinate import/export logistics, manage hazardous shipments per IATA and liaise with European stations to source and transport emergency parts (AOG). Training is provided to grow in a technical aerospace role.