B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer

Matchtech; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching pension up to 12%

Bonus incentives

Private medical insurance

Electric car scheme

Wellbeing programmes

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Matchtech's client, a leading aerospace MRO, seeks a B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer for a permanent role in Bournemouth. You will support safe, compliant aircraft maintenance across the main base and detached UK and overseas locations.

You must hold an unrestricted CAA Part 66 B2 licence, have experience in regulated aerospace maintenance, supervise teams, ensure compliance, and contribute to safety and continuous improvement. Willingness to travel and work shifts is required.

Qualifications

• Unrestricted CAA Part 66 B2 licence.
• Experience in aircraft maintenance in aerospace MRO or regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of aviation regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to supervise and motivate engineering teams.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Safety-focused with commitment to continuous improvement.
• Willingness to travel for detached operations and to work shifts.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, quality and regulatory compliance across all Part-145 and A8-23 activities.
• Certify aircraft maintenance and supervise aircraft ground movements.
• Support aircraft operations at base and detached locations, including overseas assignments.
• Maintain accurate, timely and compliant maintenance documentation.
• Coordinate engineering tasks to meet operational targets and budgets.
• Support the Crew Chief and deputise when required.
• Mentor engineering team members and promote leadership standards.
• Promote Safety, Health and Environment initiatives and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Safety and compliance mindset

Education

CAA Part 66 B2 licence

Job description

Our client, a leading organisation in the aerospace MRO sector, is seeking a B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer to join its team in Bournemouth on a permanent basis. The role will support safe, compliant and efficient aircraft maintenance operations across main base and detached locations in the UK and overseas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure safety, quality and regulatory compliance across all Part-145 and A8-23 aircraft maintenance activities
• Certify aircraft maintenance and supervise aircraft ground movements
• Support aircraft operations at base and detached locations, including overseas assignments
• Maintain accurate, timely and compliant aircraft maintenance documentation
• Coordinate engineering tasks to meet operational targets and budgets
• Support the Crew Chief and deputise when required
• Mentor engineering team members and promote strong leadership standards
• Promote Safety, Health and Environment, security and continuous improvement initiatives

Job Requirements:

• Unrestricted CAA Part 66 B2 licence
• Experience in aircraft maintenance within an aerospace MRO or similarly regulated environment
• Strong understanding of aviation regulations, maintenance procedures and compliance requirements
• Ability to supervise, motivate and support aircraft engineering teams
• Strong communication, leadership and customer service skills
• Proactive, safety-focused and committed to continuous improvement
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and make sound engineering decisions
• Medical fitness, flexibility to work shifts and willingness to travel for detached operations

Additional Requirements:

• Eligibility for UK Security Clearance and ITAR compliance
• Willingness to work additional hours when operationally required
• Commitment to a Just Culture and the accurate reporting of safety occurrences
• Confident, assertive, self-motivated and able to work effectively as part of a team

Benefits:

• Matching pension contributions of up to 12%
• Bonus incentives and discounted private medical insurance
• Electric car scheme and technology vouchers
• Wellbeing programmes and a wide range of employee benefits
• Professional development opportunities, including potential licence extensions
• Supportive team environment and the opportunity to work on unique aviation platforms