Aircraft B1 Licensed Engineer

1w1 week ago

ZeroAvia

GB · Full-time · £45,000 – £60,000

About this role

At ZeroAvia, we’re clean sky thinkers developing hydrogen-electric powertrains for zero-emission aviation. As a leader in clean flight and UK Jet Zero Council member, we design solutions impacting aviation's future. Join as a B1 Licensed Engineer in the installations team at Cotswold Airport.

Assist with modification, integration and scheduled maintenance on prototype and test aircraft incorporating ZeroAvia’s hydrogen electric powertrain. Work across all mechanical areas on CS23 and CS25 light passenger aircraft. Contribute to design, development, validation and verification of systems on and off aircraft.

Integrated into a dynamic, fast-paced Engineering team solving technical problems in hydrogen storage, fuel cells and thermal management. Cotswold Airport serves as UK Head Office with engineer-built workspace near Cirencester. Enjoy good links to M4 and M5 motorways.

Overcome challenges to deliver maintenance projects on time in a high-velocity environment. Gain hands-on experience with novel technologies and toolsets. Drive successful outcomes with self-motivation and energy.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years aircraft maintenance experience relevant to aircraft mechanical systems / powertrain installation
Relevant engineering degree and/or aircraft maintenance work experience
Direct hands-on experience in structural repairs, mechanical modifications and installation
Experience carrying out aircraft modifications
Ability to read and interpret engineering mechanical and electrical drawings and schematics
Valid Human Factors training, EWIS + Fuel Tank Safety
CAA Part 66 AML B1.1 with at least 1 type already held
Genuine passion for clean technology and future of electric aviation

Responsibilities

Assist in modification, integration activities and scheduled/unscheduled maintenance on prototype aircraft (CS23 & CS25 aircraft)
Perform quality control and inspections of components and installation work
Assist in providing solutions to practical problems involving powertrain integration and effects on associated components
Assist in manufacturing and assembling components for testing
Support production and bench test work required by subsystem leads
Ensure proper execution of parts tags on repairable, serviceable or condemned parts
Observe health and safety procedures and COSHH at all times
Maintain day-to-day housekeeping to a high standard and control company tooling and parts