EC155 B1.3 Licensed Aircraft Engineer - VIP Rotorcraft

Heli Preflight; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & type ratings

Career progression

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

Heli Preflight in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled B1.3 Licensed Aircraft Engineer with an EC155 type rating to join our rotary-wing maintenance team. The successful candidate will ensure airworthiness, safety, and reliability of our fleet in compliance with UK CAA and EASA regulations.

The role involves hands-on maintenance, defect diagnosis, and accurate documentation, with opportunities for further type ratings and career progression in a safety-focused, professional environment.

Qualifications

• UK CAA Part-66 B1.3 Licence is required.
• Experience on Airbus Helicopters, ideally EC155.
• Strong knowledge of Part-145 regulations and maintenance practices.
• VIP maintenance experience is advantageous.
• EWIS, HF, and Fuel Tank Safety certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, inspection, and repair of EC155 helicopters in line with approved maintenance data.
• Certify work within the scope of B1.3 licence privileges.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, including defect diagnosis and rectification.
• Ensure compliance with UK CAA Part-145 / Part-CAMO requirements.
• Complete all maintenance documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality, and housekeeping.

Skills

B1.3 Licence

EC155 experience

VIP maintenance experience

EWIS/HF/Fuel Tank certifications

Line/Base maintenance experience

Teamwork & communication

Shift work availability

Job description

Heli Preflight in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled B1.3 Licensed Aircraft Engineer with an EC155 type rating to join our rotary-wing maintenance team. The successful candidate will ensure airworthiness, safety, and reliability of our fleet in compliance with UK CAA and EASA regulations.

The role involves hands-on maintenance, defect diagnosis, and accurate documentation, with opportunities for further type ratings and career progression in a safety-focused, professional environment.