TekWissen UK
B1 Licensed Engineer (Rotorcraft)
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Job Title: B1 Licensed Engineer (Rotorcraft)
Location: Shawbury, Oxford, or RAF Valley, United Kingdom
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 6 Months (likely to be extended)
Work Type: Onsite
Overview:
TekWissen is a global workforce management provider throughout the UK, Europe and many other countries in the world. Client, a global leader in aerospace, defense, and space. With major operations in the UK, Client is at the forefront of innovation in aviation and technology. With operations in commercial aircraft, helicopters, defense systems, and space exploration, Client employs over 130,000 people worldwide.
Role Overview:
The role as a B1 Licensed Engineer is to carry out the certification of maintenance and repair on client's rotorcraft AS350, AS355 Series, AS365, EC120, EC130, EC135, EC145 and EC155.
Main responsibilities:
- Accomplishment of Maintenance inspections and repairs as directed by Maintenance Supervisors.
- This is a certifying role that requires a Part 66 Licence 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.
- 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.
- Also required to assist in day to day running of Hangar, including aircraft movement and general housekeeping responsibilities.
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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.
- Candidates without a licence but with extensive aircraft maintenance experience that are in the process of studying for a licence will also be considered.
Desirable:
- Experience in a rotary environment.
- Type training on specific types will be given to a suitable candidate.
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About you:
- It is essential to have the ability to relate readily to potential customers and to be highly persuasive in advocating the advantages of client's Helicopters products.
- A fundamental requirement to be successful in this role is the ability to listen to customers, identifying and understanding their problems with a view to formulating and driving sustainable solutions.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills, and an excellent communicator at all levels.
- Highly presentable at all times, and ability to maintain professional.
- Flexibility to react positively to customer requirements efficiently.
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.
- Position is based at Oxford Airport, UK.
- Travel within the UK or abroad to support related business requirements (not extensive).
TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.
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