Field Service Technician

StandardAero; Gosport; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An aviation services company in Gosport is looking for a Mobile Service Technician. The role involves professional hands-on engine repair work, with up to 50% travel required. Candidates should have a recognized engineering apprenticeship, five years' aviation experience, and be familiar with gas turbine engines. The position offers substantial benefits including annual leave, a pension scheme, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

206 hours annual leave plus 8 public holidays

4% employer match pension scheme

24/7 virtual GP service via YuLife

Onsite gym facilities

Private Medical Insurance (BUPA)

Qualifications

• Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship and/or Licensed Aircraft Engineer required.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in the aviation industry.
• Familiarisation with Gas Turbine Engines is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Strip engines, modules or components according to engineering instructions.
• Inspect components for scrap or rework based on manuals.
• Prepare rebuilt units for testing.

Skills

Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship and/or Licensed Aircraft Engineer

5 years' experience in aviation industry

Familiarisation with Gas Turbine Engines

Attention to detail

PC literate

Valid Passport for overseas travel

Job description

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn’t just treat you like a number. You’ll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you’ll be set up for success.

As part of the Regional Turbine Centre, you will be a Mobile Service Technician, providing professional hands‑on, engine repair work onsite to meet customer requirements to ensure the highest level of customer service is achieved. To travel within the UK or overseas when required to support customer requirements on average 50%.

Technical Knowledge / Qualifications

• Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship and/or Licensed Aircraft Engineer
• 5 years' experience in aviation industry
• Familiarisation with Gas Turbine Engines
• Aged over 21 (aviation authority requirement)
• Total quality principles, attention to detail and high level of concentration
• PC literate
• Valid Passport (minimum 6 months validity) for overseas travel

Key Responsibilities

Production duties including Field Service work

• Strip engines, modules or components in line with engineering instructions
• Carry out basic cleaning of components
• Inspect relevant components and identify items for scrap, rework or refit with reference to and interpretation of relevant production information and Original Engine Manufacturer (OEM) manuals in accordance with Company Procedures and Quality Manual
• Ensure all items required for rebuilding are to the required specifications and are available in line with agreed turn time targets
• Build engines, modules or components to defined standard ensuring fits & clearances and modification standards are accurate
• Prepare rebuilt unit for testing
• Where applicable, set up engine, test and ensure all agreed checks are actioned
• Carry out final checks on completed unit ensuring all paperwork is appropriately stamped
• Utilise IT systems as appropriate
• Respond to field trip requests when requested
• As part of our continuing commitment to delight our customers we provide Out of Hours Emergency Cover. You may be required to help provide this service by participating in an Out of Hours rota

Benefits that make life better

• 206 hours annual leave per year for employees working 37 hours per week, plus 8 public holidays
• 4% employer match pension scheme
• YuLife wellbeing services, including 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Program, personalised online fitness programs, and many more!
• Bonus opportunities
• Generous paid sick leave
• Life assurance cover
• Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme
• Onsite gym at both the Fleetlands and Almondbank sites
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Seasonal flu jabs administered on site each year by Bupa
• Learning and training opportunities
• Private Medical Insurance (BUPA)