Ground Crew Technician

Boeing; Great Bricett; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in the United Kingdom is seeking an MRO Aircraft Ground Crew member. The role involves aircraft handling, teamwork, and adherence to safety and quality standards. Candidates must have recognized trade training and good communication skills, with the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. This position offers competitive benefits, including a pension plan and continuous learning opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

Continuous learning opportunities

Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options

23 days plus UK public holidays

Pension Plan with up to 9% employer contribution

100% pay for the first 26 weeks short-term sickness

66.67% of salary from 27th week for long-term sickness

4x annual salary life insurance

Well-Being Programs and tools

Qualifications

• Must be capable of understanding and interpreting technical documents.
• Knowledge of MAA Regulatory Articles and aviation Quality Assurance required.
• Previous aviation or military experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver aircraft handling and movements activities including starts and refuelling.
• Work as part of a small team and coordinate with other departments.
• Ensure work adheres to safety standards and quality measures.

Skills

Good communication skills

Understanding technical documents

Aircraft handling knowledge

Ability to work outside in all weather

Education

Recognised relevant trade training

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful, and inclusive, with great opportunities for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Job Description - MRO Aircraft Ground Crew

BDUK is a subsidiary of the Boeing Company and currently employs over 2000 people in the UK. BDUK is responsible for delivering several exciting contracts to our UK Defence customers including E‑7 AEW&C, P‑8A Maritime Patrol Aircraft, C4ISTAR Services, Through Life Support for the Chinook and Apache Fleets, Logistic Information Services and Training Services.

In order to provide continued support to the customer, we are looking for a Vertical Lift (VL) MRO Aircraft Ground Crew, who will form part of a Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) organisation within BDUK at Wattisham Airfield, working as part of a team in support of our key programmes. The individual will be responsible for ensuring established process adherence, accurate and timely work recording and contractual/regulatory compliance.

The role requires an individual with good communication skills, with the ability to distribute and sequence technical work requirements to their team, controlling demanding workloads, whilst delivering to a high standard, and maintaining schedule. The candidate must be capable of understanding and interpreting technical documents, drawings and associated publications. They must possess a working knowledge of MAA Regulatory Articles (RA), MAA Regulatory Publication (MRP) Part 145, aviation Quality Assurance (QA) and Safety Management System (SMS) and the application of these requirements within their area of responsibility, accountability and authority (RAA).

Reporting to a Supervisor, this role primarily conducts assigned tasks. Must be capable of understanding, interpreting and implementing technical information and ensuring that work/tasks completed have been carried out in accordance with the Approved Technical Data and conducted in line with their authorisations. The role requires knowledge of aircraft handling and movements activities, practices and techniques. Will be responsible for executing aircraft starts/shutdowns, refuelling, handling and ground movements activities to meet individual schedule milestones, as well as controlling and sequencing individual workloads and ensuring acceptable work standards, safety standards, first‑time quality and performance measures are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver aircraft handling and movements activities, including aircraft starts/shutdowns and refuelling, under Boeing’s own MAA MRP Part 145 approval or under the approval of the MOD customer.
• Work as part of a small team within the organisation and liaise/coordinate with other departments when necessary.
• Be flexible with work locations and work times to ensure aircraft are delivered on time to the customer.
• Provide advice, guidance and mentoring to peers and others appropriate to their role.
• Exercise, or work under, appropriate supervision for the role.
• Mitigate immediate risks including ‘stop work’ as well as escalating emerging risks, issues and shortfalls in a timely manner.
• Contribute to continuous improvement workshops and projects as required.
• Where directed, exercise 100% oversight of work carried out by Boeing Apprentices or Trainees as well as Apprentice/Trainee mentoring.
• Contribute positively to our open and honest reporting culture.
• Support the Operations management team to conduct tasks for the benefit of the business including Continuous Improvement, FOD prevention and general workplace housekeeping activities.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Recognised relevant trade training.
• Knowledge of general aircraft handling and movement activities and processes applicable to the aviation environment (Human Factors, FOD control, tool control, health & safety & COSHH).
• Experience in either commercial or defence would be considered.
• Proficient computer skills, use of the Microsoft Office suite.
• Be an effective team member displaying appropriate behaviours including Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
• Previous aviation experience / Military experience, desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions throughout the year.

Work Authorisation

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain immigration or labour sponsorship for applicants.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a UK security clearance (SC) for which UK residency is required. All information will be checked and verified.

Relocation

This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Becoming a Boeing Employee

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well‑being. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
• Continuous learning – you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
• Success as defined by you – we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
• Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
• Pension Plan with up to 9% employer contribution
• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
• 4x annual salary life insurance
• Learning Together Programme to support your on‑going personal and career development
• Access to Boeing’s Well‑Being Programs, tools and incentives

Applications for this position will be accepted until Dec. 05, 2025.

Export Control Requirements

This is not an Export Control position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom).

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, colour, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law. We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.