Trainee Aircraft Mechanic

Ryanair - Europe's Favourite Airline; Stansted Mountfitchet; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline is seeking Trainee Aircraft Mechanics at our Stansted base, part of a structured 24-week training program aimed at developing essential skills for a successful career in aviation. Responsibilities include supervised maintenance of Boeing 737 aircraft and compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a clean criminal record, a Full UK Driving License, and a keen interest in engineering. The role provides significant training and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Structured career growth

Supported learning and training

Competitive Salary & Pension

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Clean criminal record and Full UK Manual Driving License required.
• Unrestricted right to live & work in the UK with a valid passport.
• Experience in a mechanical role or relevant engineering course is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform supervised maintenance tasks on Boeing 737 aircraft.
• Support Aircraft on Ground (AOG) recovery.
• Maintain a safe working environment as per company regulations.
• Complete any other tasks as directed by Supervisor.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Keen interest in Engineering

Education

Engineering Qualification

Job description

Description

Ryanair is a fast-paced and dynamic airline known for its exceptional career opportunities and industry-leading growth. With our fleet of 600+ aircraft, including the new Boeing 737-8200 ‘Gamechanger’ and 300 Boeing 737 MAX 10 on order, this is an excellent time to join our team, advance your career and join Europe’s leading airline.

Are you passionate about aviation and engineering and looking for a new career? Do you have a knack for fixing things and a desire to learn and grow in a dynamic field?

Our Trainee Aircraft Mechanic Programme might be the perfect fit for you!

AES (Aircraft Engineering Services Ltd) are inviting applications for Trainee Aircraft Mechanics to be based at our Stansted base, working in cooperation with our client airline Ryanair, Europe’s largest airline.

As part of our continuous growth plan, we are seeking to recruit Trainee Aircraft Mechanics for our 24-week training programme.

The programme will start with an intensive 12-week training programme learning all about Aircraft Mechanics at one of our leading Heavy Maintenance facilities. Following this, you will return to Stansted and undertake a further 12-week Line Maintenance Training programme within our Stansted Training facility.

Our Trainee Mechanic scheme is designed to provide hands‑on training and valuable experience to individuals interested in pursuing a career as an Aircraft Mechanic and Engineer.

Under the guidance of our experienced team, trainees will have the opportunity to learn essential skills and techniques required to build a new career within aviation. Following graduation from the training programme, successful candidates will then be based at our Stansted Line Maintenance base, to continue their journey to becoming a Certified Aircraft Engineer.

Duties Will Include, But Not Limited To

• Supervised scheduled and non-scheduled maintenance tasks on Ryanair’s Fleet of Boeing 737-800 and 737-8200 aircraft.
• Aircraft on Ground (AOG) recovery support.
• Base Husbandry and Housekeeping.
• Maintaining a safe and compliant working environment, adhering to all company procedures, policies and regulations.
• Any other tasks as directed by Supervisor / Manager.

If you are ready to kick start your career as an Aircraft Mechanic and join our team we want to hear from you! Don’t miss this opportunity to turn your passion into a rewarding career. Apply now and take the first steps towards becoming a skilled Aircraft Mechanic with us here at Aircraft Engineering Services!

Requirements

All candidates must have a clean criminal record, Full UK Manual Driving License and have the unrestricted right to live & work in the country that you are applying for this role within with a valid passport to work within that country.

Qualifications & Experience

• Engineering Qualification (Desirable).
• Experience in a similar mechanical role such as a motor vehicle mechanic, electrician or fabricator or have done a college or university course within an Engineering subject. (Desirable).
• Keen interest in Engineering, especially Aviation.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written (Essential).

Benefits

In addition to offering successful candidates the opportunity to work within the aviation industry, we also offer

• Structured career growth.
• Supported learning and training.
• Competitive Salary & Pension.
• Dynamic work environment.