Licensed Aircraft Engineer

Parkside Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is looking for a Licensed Aircraft Engineer (B1/B2) to work at Heathrow Airport. This position involves maintaining and troubleshooting In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) systems on commercial aircraft. Candidates must hold a valid EASA / UK CAA licence and have experience in commercial aviation maintenance. The salary range is between £40,000 and £63,000, with a 4 on/4 off shift pattern. Join us to support the cutting-edge technology in aviation entertainment.

Qualifications

• EASA / UK CAA B1 or B2 Aircraft Maintenance Licence required.
• Type rating on A320, A330, A350, A380, B767, B777, or B787 preferred.
• Experience in commercial aviation maintenance or avionics is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) systems on commercial aircraft.
• Perform line maintenance and preventative maintenance on IFE systems.
• Conduct system testing and diagnostics using built-in and manual testing procedures.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Experience in avionics

Line maintenance

Education

EASA / UK CAA B1 or B2 Aircraft Maintenance Licence

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Overview

Licensed Aircraft Engineer (B1 / B2) – Avionics / IFE

Heathrow Airport

4 on / 4 off – 12 hour shifts

VISA SPONSORSHIP NOT PROVIDED

We are currently supporting a global leader in In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) systems in their search for Licensed Aircraft Engineers (B1 or B2) to join their engineering team based at Heathrow Airport.

This is an opportunity to work with the technology that powers movies, Wi-Fi, gaming and onboard connectivity across major international airlines, supporting the maintenance and performance of advanced aircraft entertainment systems.

The Role

As a Licensed Aircraft Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) systems installed on commercial aircraft.

Responsibilities include:

• Performing line maintenance and preventative maintenance on IFE systems
• Conducting system testing and diagnostics using built-in and manual testing procedures
• Troubleshooting and replacing faulty electronic components and LRUs
• Supporting airlines with technical fault resolution and documentation
• Ensuring work is carried out in accordance with UK CAA regulations and safety standards

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you should have:

• EASA / UK CAA B1 or B2 Aircraft Maintenance Licence
• Type rating on one or more of the following aircraft:
• A320 | A330 | A350 | A380 | B767 | B777 | B787
• Experience in commercial aviation maintenance or avionics
• Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical or avionics systems
• Ability to work shift patterns and airside environments

Package

Salary: £40,000 – £63,000 (dependent on type ratings)

• 4 on / 4 off shift pattern (12 hour shifts)