Training Specialist (Apache)

The Boeing Company; Great Bricett; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a VL MRO Training Coordinator to manage training for Vertical Lift Maintenance personnel at their UK location. This role includes coordinating training requirements, delivering courses, and providing guidance to apprentices. The ideal candidate should have experience in aircraft maintenance training and strong communication skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, learning opportunities, and a diverse culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

Continuous learning opportunities

Diverse and inclusive culture

Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution

Company paid medical plan

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering aircraft maintenance training.
• Ability to engage effectively with personnel at all levels.
• Demonstrable ability to effectively manage workload.

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance authorisations for Operations Personnel.
• Arrange and coordinate external training providers.
• Deliver required courses with the assistance of the T&A Team.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage workload

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Formal qualifications relevant to the role

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

About Boeing Defence UK Limited

Boeing Defence UK Limited (BDUK) is a subsidiary of the Boeing Company and currently employs over 2000 people in the UK. BDUK is responsible for delivering several exciting contracts to our UK Defence customers including E-7 AEW&C, P-8A Maritime Patrol Aircraft, C4ISTAR Services, Through Life Support for the Chinook and Apache Fleets, Logistic Information Services and Training Services.

Role Overview

We are looking for a VL MRO Training Coordinator to join the BDUK Maintenance, Repair Operations team and coordinate both internal and external training requirements for our Vertical Lift Maintenance personnel. Reporting directly to the Maintenance Support Manager, this role will be based at Wattisham Air Field supporting the training requirements of BDUK personnel.

Responsibilities

• Proactively manage the maintenance authorisations for Operations Personnel
• Identify, arrange and coordinate external training providers when required.
• Deliver with the assistance of the T&A Team the required courses when required by the operations team.
• Provide shop floor level on-the-job training for maintenance activities as required.
• Monitor development plans of apprentices and provide guidance.
• Collaborate with Training, Quality and Apprentice Teams to achieve the desired outcome.
• Collaborate seamlessly with other MRO platforms to ensure the ongoing success of BDUK MRO.
• Manage ad-hoc MRO projects as directed by Senior Leadership.
• Travel may be required based on business needs.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in delivering aircraft maintenance training.
• Excellent communication skills that provide the ability to engage effectively with personnel at all levels.
• Demonstrable ability to effectively and proactively manage their own workload.
• Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Candidates with an appropriate mix of formal qualifications and experience appropriate to the role will be considered.

Work Authorisation

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a UK security clearance for which the Government requires UK Citizenship.

Relocation

This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
• Continuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
• Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
• Diverse and inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
• Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
• Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
• Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
• 6x annual salary life insurance
• Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
• Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

Applications for this position will be accepted until Dec. 05, 2025.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process.