B1 Licenced Engineer / Structures Engineer

STS Technical Services; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Birmingham is seeking a B1 Licenced Engineer to oversee structural and mechanical maintenance projects. The role involves supervising technicians, ensuring compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will have extensive aircraft experience and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years aircraft experience.
• Previous modification experience.
• Inspection experience in heavy modification programs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a skilled team of technicians focused on structural and mechanical maintenance.
• Support task coordination and provide technical oversight.
• Recommend process improvements to optimise efficiency.

Skills

CAA/EASA Part 66 B1 License

Type rated on Boeing 737NG

Excellent knowledge of Aircraft systems

Excellent interpersonal skills

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Tools

MS Office applications

Job description

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Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom Company: STS Aviation Services Note: All applicants must be authorised to work in the United Kingdom for any employer. STS Aviation Services is hiring a B1 Licenced Engineer / Structures Engineer in Birmingham, United Kingdom. In this role, you will work alongside the Lead Structures Subject Matter Experts to supervise a skilled team of technicians focused on structural and mechanical maintenance and modification projects. Your leadership will be key to ensuring safety, precision, and compliance across every stage of the programme. You will support task coordination, provide technical oversight, and help maintain operational efficiency throughout the production and modification lifecycle.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Detailed inspection IAW BAC Boeing aircraft corporation specifications
• Knowledge of RA-4807 (RA-4806) is followed and understood for certifying and support staff
• Interpret technical manuals, schematics, and regulatory requirements
• Track adherence to allocated task card hours for structures / mechanical maintenance and modifications
• Identify discrepancies between planned and actual hours, analysing root causes
• Escalate variations to stakeholders, including line managers, planners, and program team
• Recommend process improvements to optimise efficiency and resource allocation
• Support mechanical system testing, validation, and troubleshooting
• Provide mentorship to junior structures / mechanical personnel
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• CAA/EASA Part 66 B1 License
• Type rated on Boeing 737NG
• Minimum of 10 years aircraft experience
• Previous modification experience
• Inspection experience in heavy modification programs
• Excellent knowledge of Aircraft systems
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Knowledge of MS Office applications
• Eligible to work and live in the UK
• Subject to UK security Vetting
  
  

Part-145 Training Requirements

• Initial Human Factors; Continuation Training Human Factors
• Initial SFAR phase 1&2; Continuation Training SFAR phase 1&2
• Initial EWIS group 1&2; Continuation Training EWIS group 1&2
• ETOPS
• RVSM
  
  

About STS Aviation Services

STS Aviation Services is the UK’s leading independent MRO provider. With state-of-the-art facilities in Birmingham, Manchester, Newquay, and Belfast, we offer base maintenance, line maintenance, modification, and aircraft engineering support across the commercial and defence sectors. Our teams solve complex challenges every day — and we take pride in doing it right the first time. When you join STS Aviation Services, you join a group of professionals dedicated to safety, service, and success. We’re growing fast and looking for people who want to grow with us.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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