Senior Aircraft Mechanical Supervisor

Aviation JobSearch Europa; Wales; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge is supporting a leading aerospace and defence organisation in recruiting a Senior Aircraft Mechanical Supervisor to back Hawk fast jet maintenance at RAF Valley.

You will supervise maintenance activities, ensure airworthiness, and mentor engineers in a fast‑paced military aviation setting on Anglesey. The role emphasises safety, quality, and strong team collaboration in an operational environment.

Qualifications

• Engineering apprenticeship completed with aeronautical focus.
• Aeronautical maintenance qualifications preferred.
• Evidence of maintenance currency and recency through logbooks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise mechanical maintenance activities on Hawk aircraft.
• Allocate and oversee maintenance tasks within approved authorisation levels.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with approved procedures and airworthiness requirements.
• Carry out and supervise inspections, repairs, modifications and component replacements.
• Support fault diagnosis and rectification activities.
• Monitor maintenance progress against programme requirements and priorities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and technicians.
• Ensure compliance with aviation safety, quality and regulatory standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and records.
• Promote a safe, efficient and professional working environment.

Skills

Supervision

Maintenance lead

Fault finding

Aviation safety

Regulated environment

Military aviation

Education

Engineering apprenticeship

Aeronautical maintenance qualification

City & Guilds 2661/2675

Job description

Morson Edge Verified

Isle of Anglesey, Wales, United Kingdom

Aircraft Maintenance Engineers

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Onsite

11 days ago

Senior Aircraft Mechanical Supervisor

Location: RAF Valley, Isle of Anglesey

Position: Permanent

Salary: £37,271.74 + £3,978 shift allowance

Reference: SF73192

Overview

Morson Edge is supporting a leading aerospace and defence organisation in the recruitment of a Senior Aircraft Mechanical Supervisor to support Hawk fast jet aircraft maintenance operations at RAF Valley.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced aircraft mechanical engineer looking to step into a leadership position within a highly respected military aviation environment. You'll play a key role in supervising maintenance activities, supporting aircraft availability, and ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and airworthiness are maintained.

Based on the Isle of Anglesey, RAF Valley offers the chance to work within an operational fast jet environment while enjoying a unique coastal lifestyle and strong engineering community.

Why RAF Valley?

• Home of UK fast jet pilot training operations
• Well-established military aviation engineering environment
• Strong team culture and operational focus
• Coastal location offering excellent work-life balance
• Stable programme supporting ongoing aircraft operations
• 36-hour early shift pattern

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise mechanical maintenance activities on aircraft and aircraft components
• Allocate and oversee maintenance tasks within approved authorisation levels
• Ensure all maintenance activities are completed in accordance with approved procedures and airworthiness requirements
• Carry out and supervise inspections, repairs, modifications, and component replacements
• Support fault diagnosis and rectification activities
• Monitor maintenance progress against programme requirements and operational priorities
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and technicians
• Ensure compliance with aviation safety, quality, and regulatory standards
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and records
• Promote a safe, efficient, and professional working environment

Requirements

• Previous experience supervising aircraft mechanical maintenance activities
• Strong aircraft maintenance and fault-finding experience
• Proven leadership capability within a regulated aviation environment
• Good understanding of aviation safety, quality, and airworthiness requirements
• Experience working within military aviation, fast jet, or comparable operational aircraft environments
• Evidence of maintenance currency and recency through logbook records
• Ability to work effectively within a safety-critical engineering environment

Qualifications

• Completed engineering apprenticeship (Aeronautical or military equivalent preferred)
• City & Guilds 2675 or 2661 in Aeronautical Engineering and Maintenance, or equivalent recognised qualification
• Additional aircraft type training or military aviation qualifications advantageous

Key Information

• Role: Senior Aircraft Mechanical Supervisor
• Location: RAF Valley, Isle of Anglesey
• Salary: £37,271.74
• Hours: 36-hour early shift pattern
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Aircraft: Hawk
• Environment: Military / Fast Jet Aviation
• Security Clearance: BPSS eligibility required