UK Outstations Engineer – Flexible Location

Ryanair; Bentfield, Birmingham, Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote working

Job summary

Ryanair is seeking an UK Outstations Engineer to oversee Ryanair’s UK line stations from Stansted, Birmingham or Manchester, reporting to senior management. The role involves 4 on 4 off day shift rotation and leadership of engineering teams.

The ideal candidate has aircraft line maintenance experience, EASA Part-66 B1/B2 license is desirable, and Boeing 737-NG/Max endorsements are advantageous. Remote options may be available, with strong focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience leading engineering teams in aviation environments.
• Proven capability to manage line maintenance operations.
• Strong communication and regulatory compliance skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Ryanair UK line stations.
• Oversee maintenance planning, staffing, and contractor liaison.
• Ensure spare parts availability and regulatory compliance (CAA/EASA).
• Budgeting, invoicing and contract management with suppliers.
• Mentor engineers, apprentices and technicians.
• Investigate delays and safety non-compliances and prevent recurrence.

Skills

Leadership experience

Line maintenance

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

IT literacy

Education

Aeronautical Engineering

Tools

AMOS

Job description

DescriptionJob DescriptionAircraft Engineering Service (AES Ltd) are inviting applications for a UK Outstations Engineer to be based in Stansted, Birmingham or Manchester Airport working in cooperation with our client Ryanair, Europe’s largest airline. Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity. With a fleet of 600+ aircraft, state of the art facilities and excellent training provisions, Ryanair offer exceptional career oppotunities and progression within the industry. The successful candidate will be an operationally focused, highly adaptable and proven leader, who is able to demonstrate a flexiable working attitude in fast-changing environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the UK General Manager and the Technical Operations Manager the successful candidate, who will work on a 4 on 4 off day shift rotation will be responsible for the leadership and management of Ryanair’s Engineering Line Stations in the UK. Duties will include, but not be limited to:

• Management of Routine Maintenance, Aircraft Incidents/AOG’s and Third-Party Liaison.
• Manpower planning, recruitment, retention and staff performance management.
• Ensuring appropriate spares and equipment are available at each location.
• Budgeting, invoicing and negotiation/management of contracts with external suppliers/companies.
• Conducting regular base visits, ensuring staff welfare and regulatory (UK CAA and EASA) compliances.
• Supervisions and mentoring of Engineer, Aircraft Mechanics and Apprentices.
• Investigating Maintenance Delays, Engineering Safety Reports and Non- Compliances, implementing strategies to prevent recurrence.

Requirements

We are looking for a motivated self-starter with managerial experience who is ready, willing and able to manage technical teams in a diverse and fast-changing environment. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate:

• Aircraft Line Maintenance experience (Essential).
• EASA Part-66 B1/B2 License holder & Recency (Desirable).
• Boeing 737-NG Type Endorsement (Desirable – Type Courses Available)
• Boeing 737-Max Type Endorsement (Desirable – Type Courses Available)
• Excellent time management, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities and effectively communicate progress to Senior Management.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proven leadership experience, capable of remotely managing diverse teams.
• Aeronautical Engineering background required.
• Previous experience in Aviation or Engineering.
• Good IT Literacy (Essential), with AMOS Experience (Desirable).
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Applicants must have unrestricted right to work in the UK and hold a valid UK Driving License. If you are a Licensed Engineer or Engineering Manager and feel that you can deliver in this exciting hands-on role with Ryanair, then we want to hear from you!

BenefitsCompetencies

Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.