Details:
- Salary: £36,000 - 44,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Chichester West Sussex
- Date: 3 weeks ago
Description:
Our Client
Aircraft Engineer / Aircraft Mechanic required A growing and ambitious sporting events specialists. They are seeking a Crew Chief / Licensed Aircraft Engineer (Part 66 B1.2 / B3) to join their Aircraft Engineering team. This is a hands-on leadership role where technical expertise meets operational coordination. The successful candidate will oversee day-to-day maintenance operations, supervise engineering teams, and ensure aircraft are maintained to the highest standards of safety, compliance, and operational readiness.
Aircraft Engineer Responsibilities
- Supervise maintenance crews during inspections, repairs, modifications, and scheduled maintenance activities
- Allocate tasks, monitor progress, and manage engineering resources to support operational flight schedules
- Act as the key liaison between maintenance teams, flight operations, and engineering management
- Ensure all maintenance activities comply with UK CAA regulations, company procedures, and OEM specifications
- Review, certify, and maintain work packages, technical records, and aircraft logbooks
- Diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and avionics issues, providing technical guidance to engineering teams
- Coordinate scheduled maintenance checks including 50Hr, 100Hr, and Annual inspections
- Mentor junior engineers and technicians, supporting development and certification pathways
Aircraft Engineer Requirements
- UK CAA Part-66 B1.2 / B3 Licence essential
- FAA A&P Licence advantageous
- Experience in aircraft maintenance within a certifying or supervisory role
- Strong working knowledge of piston-engine aircraft including Piper, Cessna, Beechcraft, and Robin aircraft
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
- Safety-focused with exceptional attention to detail
Aircraft Engineer Remuneration
- Salary £36,000 – £44,000
- 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
- Shares bonus scheme
- Free event tickets
- Free dentistry
- Health club membership
- Ongoing training and development
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing engineering operation