B1 Aircraft Mechanic

STS Aviation Services; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global MRO provider is hiring a B1 Aircraft Mechanic in West Bromwich, UK. This hands-on role involves performing aircraft modifications and maintenance, ensuring technical integrity and compliance. The ideal candidate will have an engineering apprenticeship, ideally in Aeronautical Engineering, and two years of aircraft mechanical experience. You will support system testing and troubleshooting in a structured environment. The company offers a dynamic work setting where skilled technicians take pride in high-quality maintenance.

Qualifications

• Two years of live aircraft mechanical experience preferred.
• Experience in aircraft modification is advantageous.
• Eligible to live and work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft modifications and maintenance per approved documentation.
• Accountable for technical integrity of all work performed.
• Support aircraft system testing, validation, and troubleshooting.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Completed engineering apprenticeship in Aeronautical Engineering

Job description

STS Aviation Services is hiring a B1 Aircraft Mechanic to support aircraft modification and maintenance activity at our Birmingham operation. This role is hands‑on, detail‑driven, and critical to ensuring the technical integrity, safety, and compliance of all work performed on live aircraft.

Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.

You will work under the direction of a B1 Engineer and play an essential role in supporting complex mechanical installations, system testing, and aircraft modification programmes.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Carry out aircraft modifications and maintenance in accordance with approved drawings and maintenance data
• Take full accountability for the technical integrity of all work performed
• Complete strip and removal of minor and major aircraft equipment
• Interpret technical manuals, technical drawings, and regulatory requirements
• Install complex mechanical assemblies in line with approved data
• Support aircraft system testing, validation, and troubleshooting activities
• Provide regular updates on work progress, issues, and proposed solutions
• Promptly report any unsafe conditions to the B1 Engineer and through internal reporting channels
• Maintain the highest standards of tool control within the work area
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised working environment

Skills and Abilities

• Completed an engineering apprenticeship, ideally in Aeronautical Engineering or military equivalent
• Ideally two years of live aircraft mechanical experience
• Previous aircraft production experience
• Aircraft modification experience is advantageous
• Excellent hand skills and mechanical aptitude
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent knowledge of mechanical aircraft systems
• Reliable, adaptable, and able to work in a structured environment
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Eligible to live and work in the United Kingdom
• Subject to UK security vetting

Part‑145 Training Requirements

• Initial and continuation Human Factors training
• Initial and continuation SFAR Phase 1 and Phase 2 training
• Initial and continuation EWIS Group 1 and Group 2 training
• ETOPS
• RVSM

About STS Aviation Services

STS Aviation Services is a leading global MRO provider, delivering nose‑to‑tail aircraft maintenance solutions across the UK and worldwide. From base maintenance and aircraft modifications to engineering support and specialist services, our teams are trusted by operators and OEM partners to deliver safe, compliant, and high‑quality aircraft maintenance.

Our Birmingham operation plays a key role in supporting complex aircraft programmes and modification work, powered by skilled engineers, technicians, and support teams who take pride in doing the job right.