B1 Licenced Engineer / Structures Engineer

STS Aviation Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation services company in Birmingham is seeking a skilled technician to supervise maintenance and modification projects. The role requires strong leadership, technical oversight, and the ability to ensure compliance and safety throughout the production lifecycle. Ideal candidates will have extensive aircraft experience and relevant licenses.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years aircraft 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

Excellent interpersonal skills

Excellent communication skills

Excellent organisational skills

Knowledge of MS Office applications

Education

CAA/EASA Part 66 B1 License

Type rated on Boeing 737NG

Job description

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom
Company: STS Aviation Services

Note: All applicants must be authorised to work in the United Kingdom for any employer.

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
• 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:

• 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.