Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (EASA B1) - Working Party Manager

1w1 week ago

Airbus

Broughton, GB · Full-time · £45,000 – £65,000

About this role

We are seeking an experienced Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer EASA B1 - Working Party Manager to join the team at Airbus in Broughton. You will oversee complex aircraft repair projects from initial planning through embodiment and release to service. Act in a certifying capacity while coordinating the on-site Working Party Team.

Lead the Airbus working party team mainly at customer facilities worldwide, managing competencies and allocating work during inspections. Certify aircraft repair tasks, issuing the Certificate of Release to Service per EASA/FAR Part 145 regulations. Ensure airworthiness and compliance with Airbus 145 procedures as a core responsibility.

Serve as the focal point for the customer on-site, building trust through clear communication. Collaborate with a diverse international team and customers from around the world. The role involves extensive travel within the UK and internationally throughout the year.

Join a site focused on wing manufacture for the Airbus family of aircraft. Benefit from personalised development plans, Airbus Leadership University, and international mobility opportunities. Contribute to sustainability goals like zero-carbon flight amid a changing world.

Requirements

EASA B1 license
Solid background in heavy maintenance, manufacturing, or cargo conversion
Experience in structural repair activities
Knowledge of EASA/FAR Part 145 regulations
Ability to certify aircraft repairs and issue Certificate of Release to Service
Experience leading teams in aircraft maintenance environments
Willingness to travel extensively within UK and internationally

Responsibilities

Lead the Airbus working party team mainly at customer facilities worldwide
Manage team competencies and allocate work while carrying out inspections
Certify aircraft repair tasks and issue Certificate of Release to Service per EASA/FAR Part 145 regulations
Ensure airworthiness of the aircraft and compliance with Airbus 145 procedures
Serve as focal point for customer on-site and build relationships
Support development of special working party tools and Service Bulletins
Provide advisory support to airlines and MROs on troubleshooting and repair embodiment

Benefits

Annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme
35 hour week including Days, Double-days and Nightshift with differing shift premiums
Flexible working, option to buy/sell holiday, free onsite parking
Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University, 10,000+ E-learning courses
Bupa health insurance, 24/7 online GP and mental health support
Enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave