B1 Field Helicopter Engineer (Birmingham - Manchester)

Airbus S.A.S.; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer is seeking a B1 Field Helicopter Engineer to ensure the maintenance and certification of various rotorcraft in the North West of England. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, managing customer relationships, and maintaining fleet serviceability. Candidates should possess a Part 66 B1.3 Licence with experience in helicopter products. This role requires flexibility, autonomy, and excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

Share Incentive Plan

Discretionary Group bonus scheme

Employee purchase schemes

Financial/Legal Advice

Qualifications

• Experience with Helicopter products.
• Type rated on EC135 T2/P2, H135, H145, H125, H160 preferred.
• Familiarity with Police and/or Air Ambulance operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance inspections and repairs on rotorcraft.
• Work independently to maintain serviceability of the fleet.
• Manage customer expectations on-site and uphold Airbus standards.

Skills

Expertise in engine and airframe systems

Strong UK CAA regulatory knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Education

Part 66 B1.3 Licence (Turbine Rotorcraft)

Job description

B1 Field Helicopter Engineer (Birmingham - Manchester)

Location: North West, UK

As a B1 Licensed Field Helicopter Engineer, you'll be responsible for the certification of maintenance and repairs on a variety of rotorcraft, including the popular H125, H135, H145 and the new H160. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring the safe, continued operation of our aircraft through:

• Conducting maintenance inspections and repairs
• Working independently within the regional engineering team to maintain serviceability of the fleet
• Managing customer's expectations when on-site and upholding the Airbus standards at our line stations

Main responsibilities

This is a field-based working from home role that requires flexibility and initiative in order to provide a timely response to the needs of our customers in the field. This can vary from scheduled line maintenance tasks through to role equipment defect troubleshooting. The role will be based in the North of England between Birmingham and Manchester with odd trips further north and to Oxford. You will report directly to the Line Maintenance Manager; however, this role will develop into a more autonomous position as the relationship builds with the customer. A company pool van will be available for the engineer to use for this position, and all tools will be provided. After familiarisation it will be necessary to attend Oxford on occasions to supplement the staff there and assist when there are peaks in workload.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Expertise in engine and airframe systems, strong UK CAA regulatory knowledge, and excellent communication skills

Education, Qualifications or Training

Essential

• Part 66 B1.3 Licence (Turbine Rotorcraft) with experience of Helicopters products

Desirable

• Type rated on any of the following: EC135 T2/P2, H135, H145, H125, H160
• Familiarity with Police and/or Air Ambulance operations

About you

• Friendly and personable and able to interact well with customers
• Flexible and adaptable to the requirements of our customers
• Trustworthy and able to work autonomously

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

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) - single cover for employees paid by the company
• Pension: Employees are auto enrolled into the company Retirement Fund. 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
• Relocation package
• Financial/Legal Advice (eg, Will-writing; Lasting Power of Attorney)