Licensed Engineer, Brunei

Airbus; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a UK CAA Licensed Engineer to support MoD aircraft operations in Brunei for an initial 2-year period. The role involves ensuring maximum aircraft availability, preparing for daily operations, and performing maintenance tasks. Applicants should have extensive rotary-wing experience and a commitment to safety. This is a permanent position and offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experienced aircraft engineer with extensive rotary-wing experience.
• UK CAA Licensed Engineer essential for the role.
• Strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare aircraft for daily flying operations.
• Perform line and base maintenance activities.
• Carry out defect rectification and fault diagnosis.

Skills

Extensive rotary-wing experience

Methodical and confident fault-finding abilities

Strong understanding of Part-145 regulation

Ability to work closely with customers

Flexible and reliable in diverse working environments

Education

Military training or civilian aircraft maintenance qualification/apprenticeship

UK CAA Licensed Engineer

Job description

Job Description

Licensed Engineer – Brunei (UK CAA)

Location: Brunei Darussalam
Contract: 2-Year (with potential extension)

Join the World Leader in Helicopter Solutions

Airbus Helicopters is the world’s largest helicopter manufacturer, and Airbus Helicopters UK (AHUK) at Oxford Airport is the nation’s civil helicopter hub. We specialise in helicopter sales, bespoke completions, maintenance, training, and full engineering support across both civil and military operations.

As the MoD’s trusted provider for the Defence Helicopter Flying School, AHUK is expanding its support to a new aircraft contract in Brunei—and we’re looking for a skilled UK CAA Licensed Engineer to join us on this exciting mission.

About the Role

This is a unique opportunity to be part of an experienced engineering team supporting MoD aircraft operating in a challenging, dynamic environment. Ensuring maximum aircraft availability for a variety of missions, your contribution will directly influence customer capability and mission success.

You will be based on-site in Brunei for an initial 2-year period, with the possibility of extension depending on project needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare aircraft for daily flying operations
• Perform line and base maintenance activities
• Carry out defect rectification and fault diagnosis
• Undertake production duties as directed by the Chief Engineer
• Support operational demands, including on-call periods and flexible shift patterns (early and late starts/finishes)

What You Bring

Essential

• Experienced aircraft engineer with extensive rotary‑wing experience
• UK CAA Licensed Engineer
• Military training or civilian aircraft maintenance qualification/apprenticeship
• Strong understanding of Part‑145 regulation
• Methodical and confident fault‑finding abilities
• High commitment to safety and regulatory compliance
• Ability to work closely with customers and develop strong working relationships
• Flexible, pragmatic, and reliable in diverse working environments

Desirable

• Type rating on BK117D‑2/3
• Knowledge of CAP 562 Leaflet B40

About You

• Positive, resilient, and motivated—especially when faced with challenges
• A competent engineer who inspires confidence in colleagues and supervisors
• Comfortable working in remote or unusual environments and able to adapt to changing circumstances

Additional Requirements

• Eligibility for DBS and Security Clearance (SC)
• Compliance with all ITAR and Export Control regulations

Why Join Airbus?

At Airbus, we are committed to diversity and an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

By submitting your application, you consent to Airbus using your information for recruitment and employment-related monitoring purposes.

AHUK reserve the right to close any advertised position at an earlier date.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company

Airbus Helicopters UK Ltd

Employment Type

Permanent

Experience Level

Professional

Job Family

Production means/Maintenance