Training Specialist (Apache)

Boeing Company; Wattisham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a VL MRO Training Coordinator at Wattisham Air Field. The role involves managing training qualifications for Vertical Lift Maintenance personnel and coordinating both internal and external training. Strong communication skills and experience in aircraft maintenance training are essential. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, emphasizing work-life balance and an inclusive culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Continuous learning opportunities

Inclusive culture

23 days annual leave plus public holidays

Pension plan with employer contribution

Company paid medical plan

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance authorisations for Operations Personnel.
• Coordinate external training providers.
• Deliver training courses as requested.
• Provide on-site training for maintenance activities.
• Monitor development plans for apprentices.

Skills

Experience in delivering aircraft maintenance training

Excellent communication skills

Self-management

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Formal qualifications in relevant field

Job description

In order to provide continued support to the customer, 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. The primary responsibility of the role is to manage and maintain the wide range of authorisations and training qualifications held by VL maintenance personnel on behalf of the MRO. While we work in an agile, dynamic and customer focused operational environment, your wellbeing is important to us and we strive to find a healthy life balance and an ethical team culture with a strong emphasis on openness, inclusivity, collaboration, innovation, safety and first-time quality.

Responsibilities

• Proactively manage the maintenance authorisations for Operations Personnel.
• Identify, arrange and coordinate external training providers when required.
• Deliver required courses with the assistance of the Training & Analytics Team, as requested by the operations team.
• Provide shop floor level on‑site 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.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering aircraft maintenance training.
• Excellent communication skills to engage effectively with personnel at all levels.
• Demonstrable ability to effectively and proactively manage own workload.
• Proficient in use of the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Appropriate mix of formal qualifications and experience.

About Boeing

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 BDUK

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.

Work Authorization

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. 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 skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you – tools and flexibility to make meaningful impact.
• Inclusive culture – embraced for who you are.
• 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.
• Life insurance: 6x annual salary.
• Learning Together Programme to support personal and career development.
• Access to Boeing's Well‑Being Programs, tools and incentives.