Engine Technician

StandardAero; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team as Engine Fitters. This role is critical to the Gas Turbine Engine Repair and Overhaul process, where you will engage in various tasks, including disassembly, assembly, and testing of engines. With comprehensive training and a supportive environment, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills while ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. The company offers a range of benefits, including generous annual leave, pension contributions, and access to wellbeing services, making it an excellent place to build a rewarding career in aviation.

Benefits

206 hours annual leave plus 8 public holidays

4% employer pension contribution

Access to wellbeing services

Bonus opportunities

Paid sick leave

Life assurance

Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme

Onsite gyms

Eye test vouchers

Annual flu vaccinations

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency with computer systems and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Perform disassembly, assembly, and inspection of engines.
• Conduct flow tests and prepare engines for dispatch.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Technical training or experience

Tools

Basic hand tools

Precision measuring devices

Torque devices

Job description

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

Build your career with integrity by working at a company that values its employees. You’ll have access to the tools needed to perform your duties safely and effectively in a clean environment, along with the trust to resolve issues independently. Our comprehensive on-the-job training and expert team support your success.

This role is a core business activity within the company, involving various tasks primarily related to Gas Turbine Engine Repair and Overhaul. A fully trained Engine Fitter performs disassembly, assembly, inspection, balancing, airflow, and testing of Gas Turbine Engines according to manufacturer specifications and company procedures.

Key responsibilities and duties:

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Perform all tasks in accordance with company policies, health and safety procedures, quality standards, manufacturer specifications, and industry regulations.
• Raise Non-conformance reports when necessary.
• Understand product documentation such as AD’s, SB’s, CEB’s, and SIL’s (training provided).
• Conduct detailed visual and dimensional inspections of parts as specified in manuals and instructions.
• Complete all relevant documentation accurately.
• Disassemble engines following manufacturer instructions.
• Inspect and detail examine engine parts.
• Perform borescope inspections on engines.
• Balance rotating components.
• Assemble engines, modules, and sub-assemblies.
• Conduct flow tests on components and assemblies.
• Test engines and their components.
• Prepare engines for dispatch.
• Adhere to Quality, Safety, Environmental Management Systems, and all related business manuals.

Competencies:

Core:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Attention to detail.
• Proficiency with computer systems.
• Self-motivated with good workload management skills.
• Teamwork and problem-solving abilities.
• Proactive learner.
• Team player.

Functional:

• Technical training or experience preferred.
• Ability to use basic hand tools.
• Care and use of precision measuring and torque devices.
• Familiarity with quality procedures, documentation, and process paperwork.
• Knowledge of engine manuals, overhaul procedures, and service bulletins (training provided).

Benefits:

• 206 hours annual leave plus 8 public holidays.
• 4% employer pension contribution.
• Access to wellbeing services including virtual GP, Employee Assistance Program, and online fitness programs.
• Bonus opportunities.
• Paid sick leave.
• Life assurance.
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme.
• Onsite gyms at Fleetlands and Almondbank.
• Eye test vouchers.
• Annual flu vaccinations on-site.
• Training and development opportunities.