Field Mechanical Systems Engineer - C-17 Operational Support

The Boeing Company; Brize Norton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and annual bonus

Pension plan with up to 10% employer**

Company paid BUPA medical plan

23 days annual leave + UK public hols

Well Being programs

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

The Boeing Company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Mechanical Systems Engineer to join the on-site Field Operations Engineering and Technical Support team at RAF Brize Norton. You will diagnose and repair mechanical, structural and hydro-mechanical systems on C-17 aircraft in an operational environment and mentor RAF maintainers.

Role requires an engineering degree (Mechanical/Structural/Aerospace), UK SC clearance eligibility and hands-on experience with aircraft mechanical/hydro-mechanical

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in Mechanical/Structural/Aerospace or equivalent.
• Eligible for UK SC security clearance.
• Experience troubleshooting structural and integrated mechanical and hydro‑mechanical aircraft systems in an operational environment.
• Proven background in aircraft repair philosophy, airframe structures, and fluid/hydraulic systems.
• Familiarity with aircraft support equipment and maintenance tooling.
• Ability to work under time pressure in a 24/7 operational environment; on-call availability may be required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical, structural and hydro-mechanical system problems on C-17 aircraft in an operational environment.
• Provide clear, practical repair guidance and technical recommendations to RAF maintainers and leadership.
• Interpret and apply technical documentation (drawings, engineering orders, maintenance manuals, system schematics) to ensure correct maintenance and repair actions.
• Deliver on-the-job training and demonstrations explaining system theory, maintenance procedures, servicing and troubleshooting techniques.
• Support airworthiness and mission readiness by identifying corrective actions, coordinating spares and support equipment, and recommending safe courses of action.
• Prepare and submit technical reports, publication change requests, continuous improvement data and product review documentation to record field activities and drive improvements.
• Collaborate with Boeing engineering, supply and customer teams, and provide similar support to other C-17 operators as needed.
• Travel to other operating locations to support maintenance, recovery and operational tasks when required.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Troubleshooting

Airframe structures

Hydro‑mechanical systems

Maintenance tooling

Work under time pressure

Education

BEng/BSc in Mechanical/Structural/Aerospace or equivalent

Job description

The Boeing Company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Mechanical Systems Engineer to join the on-site Field Operations Engineering and Technical Support team at RAF Brize Norton. You will diagnose and repair mechanical, structural and hydro-mechanical systems on C-17 aircraft in an operational environment and mentor RAF maintainers.

Role requires an engineering degree (Mechanical/Structural/Aerospace), UK SC clearance eligibility and hands-on experience with aircraft mechanical/hydro-mechanical