Structures Technician

TARCG - The Aviation Recruitment & Consulting Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aerospace engineering sector is seeking a Structures Technician in Birmingham. This full-time role involves working on aircraft modifications with a strong emphasis on safety and quality. Candidates with a completed apprenticeship in Aeronautical Engineering and experience in aircraft structures are encouraged to apply. Join a high-performing engineering team and take advantage of this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of live aircraft structural/sheet metal experience is expected.
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK is a must.
• Able to meet the requirements for UK security vetting.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for structural modification and maintenance of aircraft.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• Complete removal and strip-down of major structural components.

Skills

Excellent hand skills

Strong eye for detail

Good working knowledge of airframe structures

Adaptable

Reliable

Strong communicator

Education

Completed apprenticeship in Aeronautical Engineering or military equivalent

Job description

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Senior Executive Search for Aviation MRO and Cargo Solutions (retained HR solutions)

Structures Technician – Birmingham | Full Time | No Travel Required

Contract Type: Permanent

TARCG is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a respected leader in the aerospace engineering sector, for the position of Structures Technician. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing engineering team working on cutting-edge aircraft modification projects.

This is a full-time, site-based role ideal for skilled individuals with a solid background in aircraft structures and sheet metal work, looking to further their career in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Lead Structures Technician, the successful candidate will be responsible for the structural modification and maintenance of aircraft in line with approved drawings and maintenance data. You will be expected to deliver work to exacting standards while ensuring safety and quality are never compromised.

Responsibilities include:

• Complete removal and strip-down of major structural components
• Installation of complex structural assemblies to precise tolerances
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, manuals, and regulatory documents
• Applying bonding techniques, fasteners, and sealants in line with technical procedures
• Maintaining tool control and cleanliness within the work area
• Reporting unsafe conditions promptly via appropriate internal channels
• Proactively identifying and communicating any issues affecting work plans, along with recommendations

Skills & Experience Required:

• Completed apprenticeship in Aeronautical Engineering or a military equivalent
• Ideally 2+ years of live aircraft structural/sheet metal experience
• Previous experience in aircraft production or modification is advantageous
• Excellent hand skills with a strong eye for detail
• Good working knowledge of airframe structures and components
• Adaptable, reliable, and a strong communicator
• Eligible to live and work in the UK
• Able to meet the requirements for UK security vetting

Mandatory Training (Part-145 Compliance):

Candidates should possess, or be willing to complete, the following training:

• Initial and continuation Human Factors
• SFAR Phase 1 & 2 (initial and continuation)
• EWIS Group 1 & 2 (initial and continuation)
• ETOPS
• RVSM

If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered for this role, please send your updated resume to Vicki Senner at [e-mail]

TARCG is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. By applying to this advert, you give consent to TARCG holding & processing your personal data for the purpose of work finding services. TARCG is The Aviation Recruitment & Consulting Group.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Airlines and Aviation

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