Overview

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge in your career and a chance to work with cutting-edge technology in a world-leading company? The world's largest helicopter manufacturer and the UK's leading civil helicopter hub at Oxford Airport is looking for a talented B1.3 Licensed Engineer to join their dynamic team!

Description/Overall purpose of the Job

As a B1 Licensed Engineer, you'll be responsible for the certification of maintenance and repairs on a variety of craft, including the H125, H135, H145 and the new H160.

You'll play a crucial role in ensuring the safe, continued operation of our aircraft through the below responsibilities:

Responsibilities

• Accomplishment of Maintenance inspections and repairs as directed by Maintenance Supervisors. This is a certifying role that requires a Part 66 License in B1.3 (Turbine Rotorcraft). The ability to work as a team leader and to high standards to ensure continued safe operation of the aircraft.
• Working knowledge of UK CAA regulations most importantly Part 145, Part M and UK ANO requirements is essential.
• Completion of maintenance, including airframe structure, power plant and mechanical and electrical systems. Replacement of avionic line replaceable units, requiring simple tests to prove their serviceability.
• Supervision of maintenance fitters and the certification of their work.
• Ability to engage with the customer and positively represent the company.

Knowledge and Skills

• Thorough knowledge of engine and airframe systems and specialised test equipment.
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
• Flexible to the requirements of the company and needs of the customer.

Education, Qualifications or Training

• Essential
• Part 66 B1.3 Licence (UKCAA)
• Currency on type
• EC135 / BK117 C-2 / BK117 D-2 / BK117 D-3 Type rated
• Type training on specific types will be given to a suitable candidate.

Additional requirements

• Due to the nature of this position, you will require DBS Security Clearance and be eligible for SC clearance. Applicants must meet any/all requirements of ITAR and Export Compliance Regulations plus Travel within the UK or abroad to support related business requirements.

The Reward

• In joining you will play a critical part in delivering the most efficient helicopters for its customers, who serve, protect, save lives and carry passengers in demanding environments.
• On top of your competitive base salary, you will have access to the following benefits below via our roster.
• You will be placed on an equal time (7 day on / 7 day off) roster.
• Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) - single cover for employees paid by the company
• Pension: Employees are auto-enrolled - contributes 6%, employee 4% basic
• Share Incentive Plan and ESOP. Annual share schemes at company discretion.
• Success Share, Discretionary Group bonus scheme (conditions apply)
• Bikes to Work (up to £3,000) (employee purchase scheme)
• Technology (employee purchase scheme)
• Mydrive (employee car purchase scheme)
• Den-Plan (employee purchase scheme)
• Health-care Cash Scheme
• Personal Accident Insurance (employee purchase scheme)
• Health Assessments
• Travel Insurance
• Financial/Legal Advice (eg, Will-writing; Lasting Power of Attorney)