Avionics Manager - Base Maintenance

Aviation JobSearch Europa; Oxford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Pension auto-enrolment

Share Incentive Plan

Discretionary bonus

Travel Insurance

Job summary

Volantes Technical Recruitment Ltd in Oxford is seeking an Avionic Manager to oversee certification of maintenance and repairs on rotorcraft, ensuring safe operation and regulatory compliance. The role demands Part 66 B2 and C licences with type ratings and strong leadership.

The successful candidate will lead a team, liaise with Part 21 functions, and manage maintenance software. DBS clearance and export compliance experience are required, with onsite duties in Oxford.

Qualifications

• Part 66 B2 Licence with C certifying privileges.
• Degree level qualification in an aircraft maintenance related topic.
• Excellent organisational skills and time management.
• Strong leadership and team-building ability.
• Excellent communicator at all levels.
• DBS/SC clearance eligibility and Export Compliance Regulations

Responsibilities

• Certify maintenance and repairs on rotorcraft.
• Ensure safe operation and regulatory compliance.
• Manage staff adherence to standards and policies.
• Assist with production planning.
• Supervise battery workshop and other components.
• Liaise with Part 21 functions.
• Inspect and issue Form 1s.
• Provide technical support to regional engineers and customers.
• Manage MGS and maintenance software

Skills

Part 66 B2 Licence

C certifying privileges

UK CAA knowledge

Leadership

Communication skills

Engine & airframe systems

Education

Part 66 B2 Licence with C certifying privileges

Degree in aircraft maintenance (desirable)

Job description

Volantes Technical Recruitment Ltd Verified

Oxford, Oxfordshire, England

Avionics

Avionics Technician

Onsite

Full time

2 days ago

Avionic Manager - Base Maintenance

Responsibilities

We are looking for an Avionic Manager, to be responsible for the certification of maintenance and repairs on a variety of rotorcraft. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring the safe, continued operation of our aircraft through:

• Management of staff adherence to standards and expectations of policy and engineering practice
• Assist with production planning
• Supervision of battery workshop and other component work as endorsed by the company approvals
• Liaison with Part 21 functions
• Inspection and issuance of Form 1’s
• Providing technical support to regional engineers and customers
• Management of MGS and other associated maintenance softwares

Knowledge And Skills

• Essential: Part 66 B2 and C licence with type ratings of EC135,H135,EC145,H145 minimum. H160 and single group desirable.
• Knowledge & Skills: Expertise in engine and airframe systems, strong UK CAA regulatory knowledge, and excellent communication skills.
• Passion for Excellence: Ability to work as part of a team with a keen eye for detail.

Essential

Education, Qualifications or Training

• Part 66 B2 Licence with C certifying privileges.

Desirable

• Degree level qualification in an aircraft maintenance related topic.

About You

• Excellent organisational skills and time management.
• Very good leadership and team building ability.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, and an excellent communicator at all levels.
• Flexible to working requirements and the ability to rapidly adapt to changing situations.
• Highly presentable at all times.

Additional Requirements

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

The Reward

Benefits

In joining this organisation, you will play a critical part in delivering the most efficient helicopters for its customers, who serve, protect, save lives and carry passengers in demanding environments. On top of your competitive base salary, you will have access to the following benefits below via our clients salary sacrifice schemes:

• Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) – single cover for employees paid by the company
• Pension: Employees are auto-enrolled into the Retirement Fund. Initially, the client contributes 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
• Shopping vouchers/discounts
• Financial/Legal Advice (eg, Will-writing; Lasting Power of Attorney)