Engineering Technical Instructor

British Airways PLC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff travel benefits

Unlimited standby tickets

Discounted airfares

Job summary

British Airways PLC is seeking an Engineering Technical Instructor to design, deliver and maintain high‑quality training programmes for licensed and unlicensed engineers, mechanics and apprentices. You will ensure all training meets EASA/UK-CAA Part‑147 and Part‑145 standards, supporting initial qualification and ongoing competence development.

You’ll shape the future of our engineering workforce through classroom instruction, hands-on assessments, and continuous improvement across training

Qualifications

• Hold an EASA/UK-CAA Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance Licence (B1 and/or B2), or an Aeronautical Apprenticeship with maths, English and physics.
• Possess a recognised instructional or training qualification (e.g., Level 3 Award in Education & Training, CertEd, or equivalent).
• Experience delivering aircraft type or basic licence module training in a Part-147 environment or hands-on experience within a Part-145 maintenance organisation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality theoretical and practical training in line with EASA/UK-CAA Part-147 and Part-145 requirements, including aircraft type and basic licence module courses.
• Facilitate engaging and effective learning experiences, managing the classroom environment and supporting learners throughout the duration of each course.
• Conduct formative and summative assessments, maintain accurate training records, and support examination and competence development processes.
• Assist in the design and continuous improvement of training materials, ensuring alignment with current aircraft fleet, maintenance practices, and regulatory standards.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and internal quality procedures, participating in audits and supporting standardisation across the training team.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to meet operational training needs, and support delivery across multiple locations as required.

Skills

Aircraft systems knowledge

Coaching learners

Regulatory awareness

IT literate

Education

EASA/UK-CAA Part-66 Licence

Teaching/training qualification

Tools

MS Office

Learning management systems

Job description

A career without limits

As the nation's flag carrier, we take great pride in connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain.

It's something we've been doing for over 100 years, ever since we launched the world's first international scheduled air service between London and Paris.

This originality has been in our blood since day one. It's the spirit we share with the people that fly with us, our partners, and our colleagues.

So, whether you are a reassuring voice on the end of a phone, a smile at the door, under a wing keeping the turbines spinning or landing us gently in far-flung places, a job at British Airways is yours to make.

We know great things can happen when you're inspired to think big and bring your ambition to work every day, which is why, at British Airways the sky is never the limit.

The role:

Engineering Technical Instructor

We're looking for a skilled and passionate Engineering Technical Instructor to join our Engineering Training team. In this role, you'll design, deliver, and maintain high-quality technical and practical training programmes for licensed and unlicensed engineers, mechanics, and apprentices. You'll ensure all training meets EASA/UK-CAA Part-147 and Part-145 regulatory standards, supporting both initial qualification and ongoing competence development. From classroom instruction to hands-on assessments, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of our engineering workforce, while collaborating with internal teams and contributing to continuous improvement across our training operations.

What you'll do:

• Deliver high-quality theoretical and practical training in line with EASA/UK-CAA Part-147 and Part-145 requirements, including aircraft type and basic licence module courses.
• Facilitate engaging and effective learning experiences, managing the classroom environment and supporting learners throughout the duration of each course.
• Conduct formative and summative assessments, maintain accurate training records, and support examination and competence development processes.
• Assist in the design and continuous improvement of training materials, ensuring alignment with current aircraft fleet, maintenance practices, and regulatory standards.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and internal quality procedures, participating in audits and supporting standardisation across the training team.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to meet operational training needs, and support delivery across multiple locations as required.

What you'll bring to British Airways:

• Strong technical knowledge of aircraft systems, maintenance procedures, and regulatory frameworks (Part-66, Part-147, Part-145.
• Skilled in coaching and developing learners of varying experience levels and learning styles, supporting their progression toward engineering qualifications.
• Effective communicator and role model, able to build rapport across diverse teams and maintain high standards of professionalism and collaboration.
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational, administrative, and compliance skills.
• Resilient and adaptable, thriving in dynamic environments and able to adjust to meet evolving business and learner needs.
• Commercially aware, with a clear understanding of business priorities and the ability to contribute to continuous improvement in training delivery.

Your experience:

• Hold an EASA/UK-CAA Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance Licence (B1 and/or B2), or an Aeronautical Apprenticeship and recognised qualifications in Maths, English, and Physics.
• Possess a recognised instructional or training qualification (e.g., Level 3 Award in Education & Training, CertEd, or equivalent).
• Experience delivering aircraft type or basic licence module training in a Part-147 environment or hands-on experience within a Part-145 maintenance organisation.
• Proven ability to work in highly compliant environments, with strong documentation and regulatory awareness.
• Confident and committed to maintaining high standards of professionalism.
• IT literate and confident in learning and using relevant systems.

What we offer:

• We believe that all the people who work with us should feel valued for the part they play. It's one of the reasons our rewards go far beyond a competitive salary.
• From the day you join us, you'll get access to brilliant staff travel benefits including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways flights. You'll also receive up to 30 discounted Hotline' airfares per year for yourself, friends, and family.
• At British Airways you'll have the chance to take on new challenges and move forward in a way that feels right for you. We encourage all those who work for us to consider opportunities right across our business to help you develop and progress.
• We never stand still, and we don't expect our people to either.

Inclusion & Diversity

At British Airways we all have a part to play in creating an inclusive place to work. Diverse representation among our people is really important to us and we recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity and identity to work.

Inclusion and diversity is a key driver of innovation and we're committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they can be themselves. We're looking for people from all backgrounds and cultures to join us and be a part of our journey to become a Better BA as we continue to connect Britain with the world and the world with Britain.