Lead Structures & Systems Engineer

XO; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aircraft maintenance seeks a Lead Structures & Systems Engineer in Farnborough to oversee structural maintenance and lead a team involved in mechanical repairs. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience with OEMs and strong understanding of engineering drawings. Applicants should be fluent in technical English and willing to contribute to various technical and project management tasks within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of aircraft SMW experience liaising with OEMs.
• In-depth understanding of engineering drawings and their application.
• Good knowledge of base maintenance operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversees structural maintenance and mechanical repairs.
• Leads the sheet metal team and coordinates technical support.
• Creates project plans for maintenance inputs and updates timelines.

Skills

Technical English

Engineering Drawings

Planning

Education

Degree in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

EWIS Certification

FTS Certification

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Lead Structures & Systems Engineer, Farnborough

Client: XO

Location: Farnborough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: a9a902a94cae

Job Views: 5

Posted: 25.06.2025

Expiry Date: 09.08.2025

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Job Profile

Vista Aircraft Maintenance is the in-house maintenance provider for the Vista Members’ fleet, which comprises an unrivaled global fleet of light, super mid-size, long-range, and ultra-long-range aircraft. Vista Aircraft Maintenance has multiple maintenance hubs strategically located across the world and Europe.

By investing in internal maintenance, Vista prioritizes the highest standards of service, safety, security, reliability, and value, demonstrating a continued commitment to providing seamless service to clients globally. Vista Aircraft Maintenance provides a robust regional support network for Vista’s growing fleet, with one of the leading base maintenance facilities in the world.

We are now seeking a Lead Structures & Systems Engineer to join us in Farnborough, UK.

Your Responsibilities

• Oversees all structural maintenance, mechanical repair, and modification required during base maintenance activities.
• Leads and mentors the sheet metal team, and directs any allocated staff (permanent and contract).
• Liaises with OEMs to agree on technical solutions, mechanical part queries, and submission of technical support requests (e.g., SRPSA’s, TV).
• Coordinates with third-party contract companies including Part 21 and working groups in conjunction with aircraft input.
• Acts as a focal point for technical support for allocated aircraft, including repairs, modifications, queries, tooling, and specialist information.
• Controls and monitors in-house fabrication activities.
• Assists with technical aspects of quotations as required.
• Participates in the Pre-Input process and organizes meetings with relevant stakeholders.
• Participates in daily status meetings with the Customer Support Manager, Aircraft Manager, and Planning Team.
• Creates project plans for maintenance inputs, identifying key sequences, milestones, and critical tasks.
• Updates project timelines to reflect progress and forecasts.
• Identifies and pre-orders all maintenance data, spares, and tooling requirements.
• Updates man-hour targets based on performance and working practices.
• Ensures complex tasks have staged Job-Cards.
• Reviews systems and procedures to improve aircraft downtime.
• Occasional out-of-hours support may be required.
• Performs any other tasks as directed by management.

Required Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

• At least 3 years of proven aircraft SMW experience liaising with OEMs/Part 21, finalizing repairs, and working with Bombardier products.
• Deep understanding of engineering drawings/data and their application.
• Experience in planning and pre-engineering.
• Fluent in technical English (reading and writing).
• Full UK driving license.
• Right to work in the UK without restrictions.
• Willingness to travel and flexible working hours.
• A degree in Engineering or a related discipline is desirable.
• Good knowledge of base maintenance operations.
• Current EWIS and FTS certifications are desirable.