Engine Mechanic / Approved Technician

STS Aviation Group; Stansted Mountfitchet; On-site; GBP 48,927 - 59,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium

Pension

Private medical insurance

Job summary

STS Aviation Group is hiring Engine Mechanics and Approved Technicians in Stansted, Essex. This full-time role involves maintenance tasks in a busy workshop environment, requiring previous company approval for specific engine types.

The position offers competitive pay, including a salary of up to £54,364.43 per annum and additional shift premiums. Applicants must have at least 2 years' experience post-apprenticeship and be team players.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience post-apprenticeship in a busy engine shop.
• Experience with engine types: CFM56, LEAP, V2500, RB211, CF6, CF34, PW4000, PW1000G, Trent 700.
• Must hold previous company approval for at least one engine type.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair workscopes in the workshop.
• Support turnaround of engine shop inputs.
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Conduct work according to relevant manuals and regulations.

Skills

Aerospace industry experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of engine shop manuals

Borescope Inspection experience

Team player

Education

Time-served aerospace industry apprenticeship

Job description

STS Engine Services is hiring Engine Mechanics and Approved Technicians in Stansted, Essex, United Kingdom. This is a full-time opportunity with varying shifts available, competitive pay, shift premium opportunities and additional allowances for engine approvals held.

If you have previous company approval on at least one of the engine types listed below and experience working in a busy engine shop, we want to hear from you.

About STS Engine Services

STS Engine Services is a successful and well-established P145 Aircraft Engine MRO experiencing significant growth. Founded in 2010 as GT Engine Services, the business has continued to grow by supporting airlines and engine lease companies worldwide.

Our team brings together deep experience from across the jet engine maintenance industry. By combining that knowledge with a strong customer focus, STS Engine Services has built a first-class team trusted to deliver high-quality engine maintenance and repair support.

Job Overview

The Engine Mechanic / Approved Technician will be part of the workshop team responsible for maintenance and repair activities while liaising with Team Leaders and the Workshop Manager to meet daily operational demands.

This role is key to ensuring workshop activity is completed in line with customer requirements, industry standards and regulatory expectations. There will also be occasional requirements to work away from base in the field, either near-wing or on-wing.

STS Engine Services currently works on and is approved for the following engine types:

• CFM56
• LEAP
• V2500
• RB211
• CF6
• CF34
• PW4000
• PW1000G
• Trent 700

Applicants must have previous company approval for at least one of the engine types listed above.

Main Responsibilities and Duties

• Work on various maintenance and repair workscopes as part of day-to-day workshop operations
• Support effective turnaround of engine shop inputs while meeting company objectives
• Work with the wider team to ensure all tasks are completed in a timely and accurate manner
• Meet and maintain the standards set by the business and regulatory authorities
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with the relevant manuals
• Conduct all tasks in a timely and accurate manner to help keep turnaround times to a minimum
• Promote a safe working environment and culture that supports efficient maintenance practices
• Assist with the implementation of company directives and strategies that support continued business growth
• Contribute to and co-operate with all staff members to meet performance targets and goals
• Maintain expected quality standards
• Adhere to the company’s Health and Safety and Security Policies at all times
• Maintain proper standards of integrity, conduct and concern for the interests of the company and its customers
• Comply with Human Factors requirements at all times

Skills and Experience

• Time-served aerospace industry apprentice with a minimum of 2 years’ experience post-apprenticeship
• Previous experience working in a busy engine shop on the engine types listed above
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Knowledge of engine shop manuals and associated manuals, including relevant ATA chapters
• Awareness of Part 145 and FAA regulations
• Previously held company approval on at least one of the engine types listed above
• Borescope Inspection experience is desirable
• Current Human Factors training, EWIS Level 1 and 2 and Fuel Tank Safety Level 1 and 2 would be an advantage, but training can be provided
• Must be flexible and willing to move between work areas within STS Engine Services as required
• Must be able to follow Technical Instructions from ESM, CMM, SRM, IPC and other relevant technical documentation
• Must be a team player
• Must be able to identify problems, undertake corrective action or propose alternative methods and systems to improve output, improve quality or overcome functional issues
• Forklift licence is desirable, but training can be provided

Pay and Benefits

• Salary up to £54,364.43 per annum
• Additional £7,500.00 per annum shift premium for Mechanic 1 or Approved Technician level only
• Up to an additional £8,250.00 per annum for all approvals held
• Pension
• Private medical insurance

Location and Schedule

• Full-time position
• Varying shifts available
• Occasional field work may be required, either near-wing or on-wing