WWII Warbird Maintenance Engineer — Flexible Hours

Aviation JobSearch Europa; Sywell; Presencial; GBP 40.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Air Leasing Ltd is seeking an Aircraft Engineer to join our WWII Warbird maintenance and restoration team at Sywell Aerodrome. You will work on line and base maintenance across a diverse fleet of historic aircraft, including Spitfires, Mustangs, Hurricanes and more.

Flexibility and weekend work during the summer display season are expected, with occasional travel. A full UK driving licence and fluent English are required, and DBS checks may be needed for airside access.

Formación

• Proven experience maintaining and/or rebuilding WWII fighter aircraft.
• Hands-on skills across sheet metal, aircraft systems and paint finishing.
• A genuine team player who’s happy to go the extra mile.
• Flexibility around working hours, including weekends during the summer.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Fluent English.
• Ability to pass a DBS check if required for airside pass applications.
• Licences are not essential but would be a strong bonus.

Responsabilidades

• Carry out line and base maintenance on WWII fighter aircraft
• Support restoration and rebuild projects, including sheet metal work, systems and paintwork
• Prepare aircraft for flight in support of our flight experience and airshow schedule
• Complete all technical paperwork accurately and in line with our approvals
• Work closely with the team to keep the fleet serviceable through the busy summer season

Conocimientos

WWII fighter aircraft

Sheet metal

Aircraft systems

Paint finishing

Driving licence

Fluent English

DBS check

Descripción del empleo

Air Leasing Ltd is seeking an Aircraft Engineer to join our WWII Warbird maintenance and restoration team at Sywell Aerodrome. You will work on line and base maintenance across a diverse fleet of historic aircraft, including Spitfires, Mustangs, Hurricanes and more.

Flexibility and weekend work during the summer display season are expected, with occasional travel. A full UK driving licence and fluent English are required, and DBS checks may be needed for airside access.