Chinook Support Engineer

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Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn’t just treat you like a number. You’ll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you’ll be set up for success.

Key responsibilities and duties:

• To maintain engineering data on the Vector NAVIXA system
• To Interpret & maintain Chinook technical data on the Vector network
• To operate within and to the engineering processes set within the FBM
• To interact with associates and the customer regarding queries and RFC
• Development of technical repair solution for customer acceptance 
• To carry out technical research regarding alternatives and repair schemes
• Have an Broad understanding of regulatory articles 
• Adherence to our Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety Management Systems (SMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and all associated Business Manuals.


Competencies: (e = Essential / d = desirable)
Core:

Essential
• Indentured Aircraft Apprentice or Equivalent 
• CAT B Stamp holder applicable to Chinook Platform – Or sufficient on aircraft experience.
• Good Teamwork, Communication skills
• Good IT skills and competent in the use of Microsoft Office suite
• Good Planning and Organising skills
Desirable
• Engineering background
• Knowledge of RFC / Workflow system
• Knowledge and understanding of NAVIXA system


Functional:

Essential
• Able to read and understand technical drawings and publications
• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise own workload
• Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbally

Desirable
• Able to work flexibly to the needs of the business
• High level of customer focus

Organisational Relationships:

• The applicant shall be capable of working within a pressured, team-based environment whilst interacting with both internal and external customers


Professional Qualifications/Education and Training:

• Indentured Aircraft Apprentice or Equivalent, CAT B Stamp holder


Experience:

Essential

• Experience within a Chinook maintenance environment 
Desirable

• Previous experience in a technical support role 

Benefits that make life better

  • 206 hours annual leave per year for employees working 37 hours per week, plus 8 public holidays

  • Employer match pension scheme

  • YuLife wellbeing services, including 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Program, personalised online fitness programs, and many more!

  • Bonus opportunities

  • Generous paid sick leave

  • Life assurance cover

  • Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme

  • Onsite gym at both the Fleetlands and Almondbank sites

  • Electric Vehicle Scheme

  • Seasonal flu jabs administered on site each year by Bupa

  • Learning and training opportunities

  • Private Medical Insurance (BUPA)
     

  • Location:
    Gosport
    Job Type:
    PartTime