Maintenance Technician (Supervisor)

The Boeing Company; Brize Norton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Technician Supervisor to join their dynamic team at RAF Brize Norton. In this critical role, you will perform maintenance activities and fault diagnosis on the C-17 fleet, ensuring compliance with established processes. You will be part of a dedicated team providing real-time support to the Royal Air Force, contributing to the safety and effectiveness of military operations. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with a focus on professional growth and development, backed by a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes your well-being and career advancement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual incentive plans

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 of sickness

4x annual salary life insurance

Learning Together Programme

Access to Well Being Programs

Qualifications

• Must have served a recognized aircraft trade apprenticeship.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assembles and modifies aerospace vehicle components.
• Troubleshoots complex aircraft systems and performs testing.
• Documents procedures for compliance and inspects components.

Skills

Aircraft Maintenance

Fault Diagnosis

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Proficient Computer Skills

Education

Aircraft Trade Apprenticeship

Technical Manuals Interpretation

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 opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

An opportunity has become available to join Boeing Defence UK as a Maintenance Technician (Supervisor).

This position is part of the on-site C-17 Field Services Team supporting the Royal Air Force customer at RAF Brize Norton. The Boeing Team at Brize Norton is a vital part of the support that we provide to the Royal Air Force Customer. We have a Team of 90-plus employees who work directly for, and with, the C-17 operational team, providing real-time, time-critical and dynamic assistance at the point of delivery. This is a Team at the vanguard, and we are offering an opportunity for you to join that Team.

Role Description:

Working as part of the Boeing MRP 145 Approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO), who undertake scheduled maintenance and ADHOC defect rectification of the UK C-17 fleet.

You will perform maintenance activities, fault diagnosis and disturbed system functional tests. You will work with peers to perform aircraft safe handling and maintenance tasks. Candidates will be responsible for ensuring established process adherence, accurate and timely work recording and contractual/regulatory compliance.

Position Responsibilities:

• Assembles, disassembles and/or modifies systems by changing, removing, replacing or upgrading aerospace vehicle components to correct failures or implement changes.
• Oversees/completes assembly, disassembly or overhaul.
• Configures aerospace vehicles and test equipment.
• Troubleshoots complex aircraft systems to isolate faults and repair faulty components within guidelines published in authorized maintenance documents.
• Performs validation/verification testing of systems and components.
• Documents procedures and established processes to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance.
• Inspects components and verifies repairs for flight-worthiness requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• Must have served a recognized relevant aircraft trade apprenticeship or aircraft trade training equivalent, and be proficient in the interpretation of engineering drawings, workbook instructions, and technical manuals.
• Strong communication skills (both written and oral).
• Experience with working with limited supervision.
• Good organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Proficient computer skills, and use of the Microsoft Office suite.

Additional Qualifications:

• Prior C-17 experience would be beneficial but is not essential.
• Experience working in an AMO or a civilian MRO would be beneficial.

What Boeing offers you:

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, tool and incentives.

Shift Work: This role will require you to work in shifts. The shift pattern is currently on a weekly rotating basis. Week 1 is Monday to Friday 07:45 to 16:30; week 2 is Monday to Thursday 16:00 – 01:45. Your shift will then rotate from week 1 to week 2 as above. A Shift Allowance is provided to compensate for these hours and this type of work.

Work Authorization: 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 and Labour sponsorship for any 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.

Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 07, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.