B2 Licensed Engineer

Steele Charles Ltd; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days annual leave incl. bank hols

Up to 5% employer pension contribution

Private healthcare scheme

Income protection

Ongoing CPD and professional dev

Job summary

Steele Charles Ltd, in partnership with a long-established UK rotary aviation operator, seeks a B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer for their Boscombe Down facility. You will join a stable, well-equipped environment performing line and base maintenance across a modern rotary fleet.

The role offers a 4 days on / 3 days off shift pattern, a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote work-life balance and professional development.

Qualifications

• Holds a B2 Aircraft Maintenance Licence with recent, relevant maintenance experience.
• Strong avionics, electrical and fault-finding capabilities are essential.
• Fixed-wing B2 experience with transferable skills encouraged; rotary experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Certify avionics and electrical maintenance within B2 scope.
• Carry out line and base maintenance on rotary aircraft.
• Analyse and interpret technical information for maintenance actions.
• Collaborate with operational crews to diagnose and record defects accurately.
• Ensure maintenance meets safety and quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Avionics maintenance

Electrical fault-finding

Maintenance experience

Education

B2 Aircraft Maintenance Licence

Job description

Steele Charles is working in partnership with a long-established UK rotary aviation operator to recruit a B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer for their engineering facility at Boscombe Down.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, well-equipped engineering environment supporting line and base maintenance across a modern rotary fleet. The role offers a 4 days on / 3 days off shift pattern, providing a strong work-life balance alongside a competitive salary and benefits package.

The Role

• Certifying avionics and electrical maintenance within B2 scope
• Carrying out line and base maintenance on rotary aircraft
• Analysing and interpreting aircraft technical information
• Working with operational crews to identify, diagnose and accurately record defects
• Ensuring maintenance is completed to the highest safety and quality standards
• Maintaining compliance with CAA, EASA and relevant Part 145 requirements
• Supporting the wider engineering function and continuous improvement

About You

• Hold a B2 Aircraft Maintenance Licence
• Demonstrable recent and relevant maintenance experience
• Rotary/helicopter experience would be advantageous
• Fixed-wing B2 engineers with transferable experience are also encouraged to apply
• Strong avionics, electrical and fault-finding capability
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Able to obtain UK security clearance

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £70,000, depending on experience
• 4 days on / 3 days off shift pattern
• 31 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Additional holiday between Boxing Day and New Year
• Up to 5% employer pension contribution
• Private healthcare scheme, with option to include family members
• Income protection cover
• Ongoing CPD and professional development