Operations Support Specialist

Boeing; Lossiemouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading aerospace company as an Operations Support Specialist (Document Controller). You'll support maintenance teams by managing aircraft documentation, ensuring compliance, and maintaining accurate records. This role offers a chance to contribute to crucial military operations while enjoying a competitive salary and benefits in a diverse workplace.

Benefits

Competitive salary and incentives

Opportunities for continuous learning and development

Flexible working arrangements

Generous leave options

Comprehensive pension plan and medical coverage

Sickness and life insurance benefits

Personal and career development programs

Well-being programs and incentives

Qualifications

• Experience in technical records management or document control.
• Military or civil aircraft maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise all maintenance records.
• Compile task cards and digital work orders.
• Ensure maintenance paperwork is error-free.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Technical Data Interpretation

Education

Degree in a relevant technical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

GOLDesp

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive, with great opportunities for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Boeing P-8 Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft is a military aircraft developed by Boeing Defence, based on a modified 737-800ERX design. It is equipped to perform various missions, including submarine protection and reconnaissance. The platform was initially developed for the US Navy, first flown in 2009, and introduced in 2013. In 2019, the UK Ministry of Defence received the first of a fleet of nine P-8A Aircraft.

The Operations Support Specialist (Document Controller) is responsible for supporting the maintenance control team by supervising all aircraft documentation during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, repairs, and modifications. This role ensures all technical data is up-to-date, manages and audits task cards, and handles both electronic and hard copy records, including updating, archiving, and auditing activities.

Responsibilities will include:

1. Supporting the Maintenance Control and Maintenance Execution teams in daily operations.
2. Managing and supervising all maintenance records.
3. Updating and managing GOLDesp.
4. Compiling task cards and digital work orders.
5. Preparing work packs and printing documents.
6. Auditing, updating, and delivering electronic and hard copy records as per the Statement of Work.
7. Ensuring maintenance paperwork is error-free and correctly logged.
8. Archiving maintenance work packs in both paper and electronic formats.
9. Ensuring maintenance teams use the latest approved data and technical information.

Typical Competencies:

1. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical requirements clearly.
2. Experience in managing demanding workloads efficiently, on time and within budget.
3. Ability to understand and interpret technical data.
4. Leadership skills and the ability to apply management techniques effectively.

Preferred Education/Experience:

1. Degree or equivalent in a relevant technical discipline.
2. Experience in technical records management or document control within a CAMO or maintenance organization.
3. Military or civil aircraft maintenance experience.
4. Completion of a recognized apprenticeship or equivalent training.
5. Experience with GOLDesp and RAF Form 700 series is beneficial.
6. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with the ability to prepare technical reports.

Benefits of Becoming a Boeing Defence UK Employee:

• Competitive salary and incentives.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Flexible working arrangements to make a meaningful impact.
• Diverse and inclusive culture.
• Generous leave options, including parental leave.
• Comprehensive pension plan and medical coverage.
• Sickness and life insurance benefits.
• Personal and career development programs.
• Well-being programs and incentives.

Security Clearance and Eligibility:

This role is UK-based; candidates must have legal authorization to work in the UK. A security clearance check (Security Check [SC]) is required. Benefits and pay are determined locally and are not part of Boeing US payroll.

Applications close on May 16, 2025.