B2 Licensed Engineer

Job description

Airbus Helicopters UK Ltd

Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2019 it generated revenues of € 70.5 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world’s leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide.

Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place. Taking pride in our work, we draw on each other's expertise and experience to achieve excellence. Our diversity and teamwork culture propel us to accomplish the extraordinary - on the ground, in the sky and in space.

Job Description

About our team...

Airbus Helicopters is the world’s largest helicopter manufacturer and the company’s site at Oxford Airport is Britain’s civil helicopter hub.

AHUK offers considerable experience in helicopter sales, bespoke completions, maintenance and spares support.  Its in-house engineering capabilities include design, customisation, installation, flight-testing and certification, as well as technical support, maintenance, training and the supply of spares for civil and military applications.

AHUK is the MoD’s chosen provider of helicopters and maintenance for its Defence Helicopter Flying School (referred to as MFTS) located in RAF Shawbury (Shropshire) and RAF Valley (Anglesey).

PLEASE NOTE - It is AHUK policy to require all applicants to demonstrate they have the right to remain and to work in the UK.

UK Military Flying Training System (Rotary Wing) B2 Certifying Engineer, Shawbury
Reports to UK MFTS (RW) Maintenance Operations Manager Shawbury

·  The B2 Licensed Engineer is responsible for the certification of line, non-routine maintenance and repair on Airbus H135/H145 rotorcraft.
·  Type training will be provided for a suitable candidate.

The main responsibilities of the post holder will be:

·  Provide engineering operational support to Flight Operations.
·  Accomplishment of maintenance inspections and repairs as directed by nominated LAE Supervisor.
·  Work as a team leader and to high standards to ensure continued safe operation of the aircraft.
·  Completion of maintenance, including avionic and electrical systems. 
·  Replacement of avionic line replaceable units, requiring simple tests to prove their serviceability.
·  Supervision of avionic and electrical fitters and the certification of their work.
·  Conduct off-aircraft avionic and electrical technical work in Av workshop as required.
·  Also required to assist in day to day running of the aircraft Hangar, including aircraft movement and general housekeeping responsibilities.

       

The post holder would ideally have the following Knowledge and Skills:

ESSENTIAL

·  Must have thorough knowledge of helicopter avionic and electrical systems.
·  Knowledge of specialised test equipment relating to avionic and electrical systems.
·  Must have up to date knowledge of :
·  EASA regulations, particularly Pt 145, Part M Continued Airworthiness Management (CAM)
·  Flight/Airport Operations
·  Aircraft Line Maintenance
 

DESIRABLE

·  Knowledge of UK Military Aviation and UK MFTS.
·  Experience with SAP and ERP software.  

We require the post holder to have the following Education, Qualifications or special training:

ESSENTIAL

·  EASA Part 66 B2 Licence.

DESIRABLE

·  Type Rating and experience H135.  

The post holder should have the following experience:

ESSENTIAL

·  3 years experience in a certifying role.
·  Experience of Flight Operations and Line Maintenance.
 

DESIRABLE

·  Experience of Airbus Helicopters products.
·  Experience of Military Aviation.

  

Key performance indicators:

·   Maintain aircraft availability levels of >98% at Shawbury (including deployments).

Other requirements :

TRAVEL

·   Required to work shifts as part of normal working routine.
·  Required travel between Shawbury, Valley and areas dictated by Operational requirements (Deployments on a weekly cycle TBC).

​ Please direct any questions relating to this job posting to carmel.jones@airbus.com  in the first instance.

CLOSING DATE 7th February 2021

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.