Senior B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer – Base Maintenance Lead

Air X Jet Support UK; Bentfield; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Annual leave 22–25 days

Bupa healthcare

Pension scheme

Eyecare scheme

Training & development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

AirX Jet Support is a UK CAA/EASA approved MRO recruiting a B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer to supervise Mechanics and certify maintenance on CL-600, EMB-135 and ERJ-190 fleets. The role is based at the London Stansted Diamond Hangar with a 5-5-4 shift pattern and potential overtime.

You will allocate tasks, ensure accurate documentation, and maintain regulatory and safety standards while supporting continuous improvement. UK licences and recent maintenance experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Hold UK CAA and/or EASA B1 Part 66 Aircraft Maintenance Licence.
• Type rating on CL-600, EMB-135 or ERJ-190.
• Comprehensive understanding of Part 145 regulations.
• Previous experience using Veryon or other Maintenance Management Systems.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Team player with customer-focused approach.
• Flexible to adjust working hours to meet demands.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint and ability to learn in-house systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of Mechanics performing Base Maintenance on aircraft.
• Inspect and certify scheduled maintenance tasks, defect rectification, modifications, structural repairs and functional tests on Airframe, Engine and Electrical systems.
• Ensure all work is completed timely to optimise aircraft downtime.
• Ensure technical logbooks, maintenance docs, job cards, work packages and handovers are accurate.
• Ensure correct use of the MRO system for maintenance activities.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety in work areas.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company procedures.
• Promote Safety, Quality and FOD culture.
• Highlight issues to Production Manager and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Microsoft Office

Learning ability

Education

UK CAA / EASA Part 66 B1 Licence

Tools

Veryon

MS Office

Job description

AirX Jet Support is a UK CAA/EASA approved MRO recruiting a B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer to supervise Mechanics and certify maintenance on CL-600, EMB-135 and ERJ-190 fleets. The role is based at the London Stansted Diamond Hangar with a 5-5-4 shift pattern and potential overtime.

You will allocate tasks, ensure accurate documentation, and maintain regulatory and safety standards while supporting continuous improvement. UK licences and recent maintenance experience are essential.