B1.3 Licensed Engineer

1w1 week ago

Airbus

GB · Full-time · £45,000 – £60,000

About this role

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. AHUK is the MoD’s chosen provider of helicopters and maintenance for Defence Helicopter Flying School at RAF Valley and RAF Shawbury.

The B1.3 Licensed Engineer certifies line, non-routine maintenance and repair on Airbus H145 rotorcraft at Valley, reporting to UK MFTS (RW) Maintenance Operations Manager at Shawbury. Type training will be provided for a suitable candidate. The role ensures continued safe operation of the aircraft.

Provide engineering operational support to Flight Operations and accomplish maintenance inspections and repairs as directed by nominated LAE Supervisor. Complete maintenance including airframe structure, power plant, mechanical and electrical systems. Replace avionic line replaceable units requiring simple tests to prove serviceability.

Work as a team leader to high standards, supervise mechanical fitters and certify their work. Conduct off-aircraft mechanical, power plant, component and composite technical work in workshops. Assist in day to day running of the aircraft hangar including aircraft movement and housekeeping.

Maintain aircraft availability levels of greater than 98%. Demonstrate right to remain and work in the UK as per AHUK policy. Join in-house engineering capabilities including design, customisation, installation, flight-testing and certification.

Requirements

CAA Part 66 B1.3 Licence (Turbine Rotorcraft)
3 years’ experience in a certifying role
Experience of Flight Operations and Line Maintenance
Thorough knowledge of engine and airframe systems
Knowledge of specialised test equipment relating to engine and airframe systems
Up to date knowledge of CAA regulations particularly Pt 145, Part M and UK ANOs
Knowledge of Continued Airworthiness Management (CAM)
Knowledge of Aircraft Line Maintenance

Responsibilities

Certify line, non-routine maintenance and repair on Airbus H145 rotorcraft
Provide engineering operational support to Flight Operations
Accomplish maintenance inspections and repairs as directed by nominated LAE Supervisor
Work as a team leader to high standards ensuring continued safe operation of the aircraft
Complete maintenance including airframe structure, power plant, mechanical and electrical systems
Replace avionic line replaceable units requiring simple tests to prove serviceability
Supervise mechanical fitters and certify their work
Conduct off-aircraft mechanical, power plant, component and composite technical work in workshops
Assist in day to day running of the aircraft hangar including aircraft movement and general housekeeping