Lead Aircraft Maintenance Engineer – Base Mx Expert

Meritus; Wales; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent aviation company is seeking a skilled B1 Engineer to lead day-to-day aircraft maintenance tasks and manage quality and safety standards. Candidates must have over five years of experience in aircraft maintenance, with substantial experience in Base Maintenance. The role requires a strong understanding of aircraft systems and documentation, alongside a valid UK CAA or EASA AML. This is a contract position starting in early January, with competitive pay between £65-£85 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' aircraft maintenance experience, with at least three in Base Maintenance.
• Strong understanding of aircraft systems and rigging.
• Ability to use recognized aircraft documentation confidently.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical team on Base Maintenance tasks.
• Handle scheduled and unscheduled maintenance independently.
• Drive investigations and defect rectification.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance experience

Understanding of aircraft systems

Structural repair knowledge

Familiarity with aircraft documentation

Use of engineering standards

Education

UK CAA AML or qualifying EASA AML

Tools

Airbus/Boeing maintenance documentation

Job description

A prominent aviation company is seeking a skilled B1 Engineer to lead day-to-day aircraft maintenance tasks and manage quality and safety standards. Candidates must have over five years of experience in aircraft maintenance, with substantial experience in Base Maintenance. The role requires a strong understanding of aircraft systems and documentation, alongside a valid UK CAA or EASA AML. This is a contract position starting in early January, with competitive pay between £65-£85 per hour.