Senior Aircraft Engine Technician – Lead Build & Service

Prattwhitney; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Employee discounts

Pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company is seeking a Lead Aircraft Engine Technician in Leighton Buzzard, UK. You will ensure the accurate completion of technical documentation and negotiate work scope with customers. Key responsibilities include inspecting engines, building them to standards, and maintaining detailed work files. The ideal candidate has an AA/AS degree and at least 8 years of relevant experience. We offer competitive salary, 25 days annual leave, private medical insurance, and other benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years relevant experience required.
• Ability to manage work files and maintain documentation.
• Skills in generating technical reports and cost estimates.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all technical documentation is completed accurately.
• Negotiate with customers regarding work requirements.
• Inspect engines and identify components for rework or scrap.
• Build engines to defined standards and ensure accuracy.
• Provide regular updates and status reports to customers.

Skills

Technical documentation completion

Customer negotiation

Engine inspection

Cost estimating

Engine assembly

Education

AA/AS degree or 2-year post high school training

Tools

P&WC hand tools

Measuring equipment

Job description

A leading aerospace and defense company is seeking a Lead Aircraft Engine Technician in Leighton Buzzard, UK. You will ensure the accurate completion of technical documentation and negotiate work scope with customers. Key responsibilities include inspecting engines, building them to standards, and maintaining detailed work files. The ideal candidate has an AA/AS degree and at least 8 years of relevant experience. We offer competitive salary, 25 days annual leave, private medical insurance, and other benefits.