Licensed Aircraft Engineer

B1 / B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer£59k-£79k Basic | Annual Bonus | Share Scheme | Private Medical | Up to 8% Pension

Oxford (OX5 1QZ) | RAF Shawbury (SY4 4DZ) | RAF Valley (LL65 3NY) | Permanent

Are you a CAA Part 66 B1 or B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer looking to join a world-class helicopter manufacturer?

We're recruiting multiple permanent engineers to support one of the world's most recognised rotary-wing aircraft portfolios. Working directly for the OEM, you'll maintain and certify the H125, H130, H135, H145 and H160, supporting both civil operators and the UK's Military Flying Training System.

This is an opportunity to build your career with an organisation that designs, manufactures and supports its own aircraft, offering long-term career development, manufacturer training and one of the strongest reward packages in UK helicopter maintenance.

Why Join?

• Basic salary from £59k-£79k
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Share Incentive Plan
• Private BUPA medical insurance
• Up to 8% employer pension contribution
• Increasing annual leave with service
• Manufacturer training and ongoing career development
• Cycle to Work, vehicle purchase and technology schemes
• Permanent opportunities at Oxford, RAF Shawbury or RAF Valley

The Role

As a B1 Mechanical or B2 Avionics Licensed Engineer, you'll be responsible for maintaining and certifying a modern fleet of Airbus helicopters, ensuring the highest standards of safety, compliance and operational availability.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance
• Inspection, fault diagnosis and defect rectification
• Mechanical, electrical or avionics certification activities
• Supporting continued airworthiness within a Part 145 environment
• Working closely with fellow engineers to deliver safe, high-quality maintenance

About You

You'll ideally have:

• A CAA Part 66 B1.3 or B2 Licence
• Helicopter maintenance experience within a Part 145 environment
• Strong knowledge of UK aviation regulations
• Eligibility for UK Security Clearance
• Airbus Helicopters type ratings (desirable)

We'd also like to hear from experienced helicopter mechanics who are actively working towards their Part 66 Licence.

Build Your Career with an Industry Leader

Working directly for a helicopter OEM offers opportunities that are difficult to find elsewhere. You'll work on some of the world's most successful helicopter platforms, receive ongoing manufacturer training and become part of a team supporting critical civil and military operations across the UK.