Avionics Engineering Supervisor (Merlin Aircraft)

Serco USA; Helston; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays 28 days

Pension 6%+ contributed

Training & development

Wellbeing program

Discounts

Employee networks

Job summary

Serco is seeking an Engineering Supervisor (Avionics) for the Merlin program at AESAS - RNAS Culdrose. The role focuses on safe, compliant maintenance of Merlin HM Mk 2 aircraft, guiding a team including apprentices and Fitters, and ensuring airworthiness within a regulated environment.

You will oversee daily workloads, authorise second-signature for trades, and support operational performance while driving training, qualifications, and adherence to procedures.

Qualifications

• Service Certificate of Competency or completion of the Serco Supervisory Management and Aircraft Documentation Course and CofC Board.
• Supervisory experience and strong working knowledge of Merlin aircraft systems, servicing and support equipment.
• Understanding of Airworthiness Engineering, Military Aviation Authority (MAA) requirements, and rotary wing aviation procedures.
• Experience with Naval Air Publications, C-IETP, project planning and Lean processes.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to work effectively under pressure to meet operational outputs.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance on Merlin aircraft and components in line with published procedures.
• Coordinate and supervise Fitters, Fitters' Mates and Apprentices, allocating daily workloads as directed by the OST Team Lead.
• Provide second-signature authorisation for your trade group when required.
• Conduct independent inspections where authorised iaw MAM(P).
• Support the OST Team Lead with operational performance, ensuring efficient, compliant delivery.
• Ensure team members' training, currency and qualification needs are communicated to the OST Team Lead.
• Work routine days or shift patterns aligned to operational requirements.
• Comply with Serco's Quality Manual, site regulations, and Health and Safety requirements.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and improved capability for our customers.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Merlin avionics knowledge

Leadership skills

Regulatory understanding

Education

Service Certificate of Competency

CofC Board certificate

Job description

Serco is seeking an Engineering Supervisor (Avionics) for the Merlin program at AESAS - RNAS Culdrose. The role focuses on safe, compliant maintenance of Merlin HM Mk 2 aircraft, guiding a team including apprentices and Fitters, and ensuring airworthiness within a regulated environment.

You will oversee daily workloads, authorise second-signature for trades, and support operational performance while driving training, qualifications, and adherence to procedures.