Contract Opportunity: Aircraft Maintenance & Weapons Systems Technician
Location: RAF Coningsby
We are seeking a highly skilled Aircraft Maintenance & Weapons Systems Technician to undertake key maintenance and diagnostic activities on aircraft systems and components. This contract role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment supporting essential military air operations.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Aircraft Maintenance: Conduct maintenance and diagnostic activities, including:
1. Aircraft ground handling and flight servicing
2. Aircraft role changes and AD embodiments
3. Component removals, inspections, repairs, and modifications
4. Fault rectifications, replacements, and functional/system tests
2. Task Management: Ensure maintenance tasks are completed to schedule, resolving issues or escalating when necessary.
3. Compliance & Documentation: Maintain personal task authorizations and comply with SHE policies, procedures, and risk assessments.
4. Team Collaboration: Work effectively with other teams to meet overall objectives and demonstrate continuous improvement.
Skills & Experience Required:
1. Technical Expertise: Broad and in-depth product knowledge in aeronautical engineering and weapons systems.
2. Problem-Solving: Proactive and flexible approach to maintenance tasks and issue resolution.
3. Compliance Awareness: Understanding of Weapon Functional Competence & Capability policies.
Qualifications:
Essential:
1. Completion of an Engineering Apprenticeship (preferably in Aeronautical Engineering) or military equivalent.
2. Minimum of City & Guilds 2675 or 2661 in Aeronautical Engineering and Maintenance, or equivalent.
3. Formal EaPW / Weapons training certification.
Experience:
1. Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience, demonstrating full competency with appropriate authorizations.
2. Strong systems experience, maintaining currency and recency through a logbook (electronic or physical).
Ready to Apply?
Join a team dedicated to maintaining mission-critical aircraft and weapons systems. Apply now to be part of this challenging and rewarding contract role. #J-18808-Ljbffr