Arden White
Avionics Fitter
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Arden White Aerospace and Aviation Recruitment
Arden White Aerospace and Aviation Recruitment are currently working with a leading aviation organisation to recruit an Aircraft Mechanical Fitter on a contract basis at RAF Valley, Anglesey.
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Aircraft Mechanical Fitter to join a military aviation environment supporting the UK Military Flying Training System (MFTS) helicopter fleet.
The successful candidate will support the movement, line maintenance and base maintenance of H135 and H145 helicopters, working closely with Shift Supervisors and Certifying Engineers to ensure aircraft are maintained to the highest standards of safety and airworthiness.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide engineering operational support to Flight Operations.
- Carry out maintenance inspections, repairs and servicing as directed by the Shift Supervisor or Certifying Engineer.
- Work to high standards to ensure the continued safe and reliable operation of the aircraft.
- Complete maintenance activities, including work on avionic and electrical systems, in accordance with approved technical instructions and OEM procedures.
- Carry out off-aircraft technical work within workshops as required.
- Assist with the day-to-day running of the aircraft hangar, including aircraft movements and general housekeeping.
- Support aircraft availability and operational requirements within the MFTS environment.
- Ensure all work is completed in accordance with relevant procedures, safety requirements and quality standards.
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Essential Requirements
- Thorough knowledge of aircraft electrical and avionic systems.
- Knowledge of specialised test equipment relating to electrical and avionic systems.
- Up-to-date knowledge of flight and airport operations.
- Strong knowledge of aircraft line maintenance.
- Experience of aircraft base maintenance.
- Apprenticeship in Aircraft Maintenance or a related discipline.
- Experience working within a maintenance and/or flight operations environment.
Desirable
- Experience working on Airbus Helicopters products.
- Experience on H135 helicopters.
- Knowledge of UK Military Aviation and the UK MFTS environment.
- Knowledge of EASA Part 145 and Part M regulations.
- Previous military aviation experience.
Location: RAF Valley, Anglesey
Contract: Contract position
Aircraft: H135 / H145
£21.05 per hour PAYE
£28.16 per hour Umbrella
About Us
Arden White specialises in engineering, aerospace and aviation recruitment, supporting clients across the UK and internationally with permanent, contract and interim recruitment solutions.
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Our client is looking to fill this position quickly, so it won't be vacant for long!
If you have the aircraft maintenance experience required and are interested in this opportunity at RAF Valley, please apply today.
Due to the high volume of applications, please assume that if you have not been contacted within 14 days, your application has been unsuccessful.
Note: Arden White is acting as a recruitment agency for this position.
If you feel you have the skills to succeed in this role, please click to apply.
Arden White specialises in technical engineering recruitment, and all job applications are managed by our team. We believe in the value of a personal touch, and we work hard to deliver a swift, professional, and friendly service for our clients and candidates. We are acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client for this vacancy, and whilst we are advertising the role, we are not the hiring company.
Due to the high volume of applications, we're unable to respond to everyone individually. If you haven't heard from us within 14 days, unfortunately, you've not been unsuccessful on this occasion. However, please continue to monitor our website vacancies for more opportunities.
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