North of Heathrow, Greater London | Permanent
Salary: £71,400 + £5,000 Shift Allowance + Outstanding Benefits Package
Shift Pattern: 7 Days On / 7 Days Off | 40 Hours Per Week | 12-Hour Shifts (Mix of Earlies & Lates) | Overtime Available
Type rating provided if you do not hold the type
B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer - Defence Aviation Sector
Our client, a leading provider of specialist aviation and defence training services, is seeking an experienced B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer to join their engineering team based north of Heathrow Airport.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled B2 LAE to join a highly regarded aviation organisation operating within a safety-critical environment, supporting a specialist aircraft fleet that delivers advanced training and operational readiness services to defence customers across the UK and NATO allied nations.
Working within a Part-145 approved maintenance organisation, you will play a vital role in maintaining aircraft availability, ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting operational excellence across the engineering function.
What's on Offer?
Basic salary of £71,400
Additional £5,000 shift allowance
7 on / 7 off shift pattern offering excellent work-life balance
Overtime opportunities available
Annual bonus scheme
Up to 12% matched pension contributions
Private medical insurance discounts
Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Technology voucher programme
Wellbeing and employee assistance programmes
Long-term career development opportunities
Opportunity to work within a unique defence aviation environment
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Shift Supervisor and Chief Engineer, the B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer will be responsible for supporting the safe, compliant and efficient delivery of aircraft maintenance activities.
The successful candidate will provide technical expertise, certification privileges and engineering leadership while supporting the development of colleagues and maintaining the highest standards of safety and regulatory compliance.
This role requires an individual who places safety at the forefront of every decision and can thrive within a fast-paced operational environment.
Key Responsibilities
Aircraft Maintenance & Certification
Certify all B2 maintenance activities carried out during shift operations
Conduct scheduled base maintenance inspections and aircraft checks
Support daily flightline operations and aircraft servicing requirements
Diagnose and rectify aircraft defects in accordance with approved procedures
Support aircraft operating away from base locations when required
Undertake aircraft ground movements as delegated by the Shift Supervisor
Ensure all maintenance documentation is completed accurately and on time
Safety, Quality & Compliance
Promote a strong safety-first culture across all engineering activities
Support and encourage a positive reporting and Just Culture environment
Ensure all maintenance activities comply with:
Part-145 regulations
Approved maintenance manuals
Company procedures
Quality and regulatory requirements
Maintain excellent housekeeping standards within all work areas
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational efficiency
Leadership & Team Support
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to engineering personnel
Assist with daily planning, prioritisation and task allocation
Support the Shift Supervisor in the management of engineering activities
Deputise for the Shift Supervisor when required
Foster strong relationships with colleagues, customers and stakeholders
Promote company values and professional standards at all times
Candidate Requirements
Essential Qualifications & Experience
Unrestricted UK Part-66 B2 Licence
Britten-Norman BN2-T (RR250) Type Rating - Type rating can be provided if you do not hold this.
Minimum 3 years' experience operating at Licensed Aircraft Engineer level
Strong working knowledge of aircraft maintenance regulations and compliance requirements
Experience working within a Part-145 maintenance environment
Proven ability to work to deadlines and operational schedules
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong leadership and team development capability
Eligible to obtain or hold UK Security Clearance (SC)
Medically fit to undertake engineering duties and detached working requirements
Desirable
Previous experience within base maintenance and workshop environments
Defence or military aviation experience
Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives
Project planning or task management experience
Working Requirements
Due to the operational nature of the business, candidates should be prepared to:
Work additional hours when required
Participate in on-call support activities
Travel to support aircraft operating away from home base
Adapt to customer-driven operational demands
About Our Client
Our client is a recognised leader in delivering specialist aviation support services, including adversary air training, electronic warfare support and rotary-wing aviation solutions. Operating across the UK, Europe and NATO nations, they provide mission-critical training that helps defence organisations maintain operational readiness and capability.
Their people are at the heart of their success, and they are committed to investing in talent, recognising achievement and creating rewarding long-term careers.
Apply Now
If you are an experienced B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer looking to join a highly respected aviation organisation offering excellent remuneration, career stability and a unique operational environment, we would be delighted to speak with you.
Apply today for a confidential discussion with our specialist aviation recruitment team.
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