Description
There’s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We’re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly, and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we’re growing – in the years ahead, we’ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include a competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy and well-traveled. From employee-run "Business Resource Group" communities to world-class benefits and privileges like space available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world?
At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Hangar Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.
Job Overview and Responsibilities
* Perform all aspects of aircraft maintenance work including servicing, repair, and proper work documentation in accordance with company procedures and specifications
* May be required to exercise Aircraft Release Authority
* Demonstrate initiative and leadership to other mechanics
This position is offered on local terms and conditions. Expatriate assignments and sponsorship for employment visas, even on a time-limited visa status, will not be awarded.
Qualifications
What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
* High School diploma or equivalent school leaving certificate
* Must hold valid aircraft maintenance certificate or equivalent competency for the UK
* Must be fluent in English (written and spoken)
* Completion of local Mechanic Qualification
* Must be at least 18 years of age
* Must have a full UK driving License or be willing to obtain one within probation
* Must have previous experience in aircraft maintenance
* Must be flexible to work any shift assigned in a 24/7 operation including nights, weekends and holidays
* Must be willing and able to travel internationally for training and meetings as well as be willing to work in other countries to support short term relief or field service recovery missions
* Must be legally authorized to work in the United Kingdom for any employer without sponsorship
* Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualifications
* Reliable, punctual attendance is essential function of the position
* Must be able to obtain a permanent airside ID for LHR
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
* Bachelor's degree
* Valid FAA A&P License or equivalent competency for the UK