B1 Licensed Engineer

JMC Aviation Limited; Gamston; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent employment contract

Professional development opportunities

AOG activities across UK and overseas

Collaborative safety-focused team

Job summary

JMC Aviation Limited is recruiting a B1 Licensed Engineer for a permanent position with a leading aviation organisation. You will join a skilled maintenance team supporting specialist aircraft operations, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and timely aircraft release.

The role covers hands-on maintenance, AOG support across the UK and overseas, staff development, and ensuring documentation accuracy in line with MOE and Part-145 standards.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid CAA Part-66 B1 Aircraft Maintenance Licence.
• Experience in maintaining safety culture and compliant operations.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and make sound technical decisions.
• Eligible and willing to obtain security clearance for UK/ITAR requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist Shift Supervisor to ensure regulatory compliance and safe maintenance.
• Support engineering team with technical decisions and staff development.
• Perform and certify B1 maintenance activities as allocated.
• Issue C Certifications for aircraft released from base maintenance.
• Maintain documentation accurately and on time.
• Lead and supervise technical staff to ensure adherence to procedures.

Skills

Safety culture

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Technical decision-making

Education

CAA Part-66 B1 Licence

Security clearance eligibility

Job description

B1Licensed Engineer

Position Type: Permanent

JMC Aviation are currently recruiting for a B1 Licensed Engineer on behalf of a leading aviation organisation. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly skilled maintenance team supporting specialist aircraft operations within a dynamic and safety-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Shift Supervisor in ensuring the safety, regulatory compliance, and operational performance of all Part-145 maintenance activities
• Support the engineering team with technical decision-making and staff development
• Promote and uphold a strong safety culture and "Just Culture" reporting environment
• Perform and certify B1 maintenance activities as allocated by the Shift Supervisor
• Issue C Certifications where held and required for aircraft released from base maintenance activities
• Maintain high standards of mechanical engineering and aircraft maintenance
• Support maintenance planning activities, ensuring availability of resources, parts, and equipment
• Maintain compliance with all company and regulatory requirements
• Complete mechanical handovers and aircraft ground movements as required
• Supervise technical staff and ensure maintenance is completed in accordance with approved procedures, maintenance manuals, and the MOE
• Ensure all maintenance documentation is completed accurately and on time
• Maintain clean, organised, and safe working areas
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and performance
• Complete error and safety reports accurately and promptly
• Support the day-to-day management, task prioritisation, and development of the engineering team
• Build and maintain excellent customer and stakeholder relationships
• Carry out component-level certification within B/C-rated workshops (Wheel & Engine Bay)

AOG Responsibilities

• Provide AOG technical support to company and third-party aircraft operators
• Deliver technical assistance to aircraft owners and operators as required
• Participate in an AOG support rota, including UK and overseas assignments

Essential Qualifications

• Human Factors (HF) Initial/Continuation Training
• Safety Management Systems (SMS) Training
• CAA Part-66 B1 Aircraft Maintenance Licence
• Type Rating on King Air 90/200/300 or Diamond DA42/DA62 preferred, however type courses offered.
• Eligible and willing to obtain security clearance in support of UK and ITAR requirements

Desirable Qualifications

• EASA Part-66 B1 Aircraft Maintenance Licence
• Type Ratings across multiple aircraft platforms

What's on Offer?

• Permanent employment contract
• Diverse and technically challenging maintenance environment
• Opportunities for professional development and progression
• Involvement in AOG activities across the UK and overseas
• Collaborative and safety-focused team culture
• Exposure to specialist aircraft operations

Why Work with JMC Aviation?

At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles across the aviation sector.

• Industry-leading compliance support
• Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
• Dedicated recruitment consultant
• Opportunities with leading aviation employers worldwide
• Extensive aviation industry knowledge and market expertise

Compliance & Equal Opportunities

JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualifications, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background.

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