BA Cityflyer
BA Cityflyer B1 Licenced Aircraft Engineer (Part 66)
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BA Cityflyer B1 Licenced Aircraft Engineer (Part 66)
BA Cityflyer – / B1 Licenced Aircraft Engineer (UK CAA Part 66 B1)
BA Cityflyer is an airline with a unique twist. As part of the British Airways family, we take pride in delivering impeccable customer service but also keep our distinctive, friendly team culture.
Serving London City Airport, we cater to business and leisure travellers in a compact environment just east of Canary Wharf, where collaboration and close teamwork thrive. Many of our customers fly with us regularly—whether weekly or daily—so our diverse team genuinely becomes part of a supporting family.
This is an airline where your individual personality and strengths shine, whether you’re a reassuring voice on the phone, a welcoming face at check-in, or a trusted engineer keeping our aircraft flying smoothly.
About the Role
Join Our Line Maintenance Team
You’ll deliver precision engineering on our modern Embraer 190 fleet, operating in a fast-paced urban hub—specialising in short-runway precision, steep approaches, and high-frequency operations.
At London City Airport, you’ll gain broad exposure to both scheduled and reactive maintenance in a compact airport environment, where training, innovation, and regulatory excellence are valued.
New Incentives from April 2026
Earn up to £92,005 in your first year*, with:
- Private medical insurance
- Extensive British Airways worldwide staff travel benefits
Includes:
- Competitive base salary
- Night shift allowance
- Sign-on bonus
What You’ll Do
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In this role, you’ll:
- Perform routine servicing, defect rectification, and AOG (Aircraft On Ground) recovery on Embraer E190 aircraft.
- Ensure safe, compliant, and high-performance operations in a high-pressure environment where precision, teamwork, and adaptation are critical.
- Work in one of the most unique and operationally challenging settings in Europe—London City Airport.
What You’ll Bring to BA Cityflyer
Your Experience
- UK CAA B1.1 Licence (with at least one type rating held)
- Ability to hold an airport restricted pass and airside driving permit
- Experience in both scheduled and unscheduled line maintenance
- Excellent troubleshooting and technical problem-solving skills
- Rigorous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to safety
- Desirable: Current Embraer 190 type rating (type training provided to successful candidates)
Your Mindset
You thrive in a flexible, fast-paced environment, demonstrating:
- Deep understanding of UK CAA Part 145 procedures
- Willingness to embrace technology and innovation
- Strong ability to balance precision with adaptability under operational pressure
What We Offer
We believe our employees deserve more than a competitive salary. You’ll enjoy:
Competitive Remuneration & Benefits
- Basic salary + performance incentives (up to £92,005 in Year 1*)
- 5-5-4 shift pattern, ensuring guaranteed 2 weekend days off per month (day/night or permanent nights*)
- Overtime opportunities at current rates (double pay for shifts and nights)
- £3,000 sign-on incentive, plus referral bonus
- Salary sacrifice schemes: Electric vehicle scheme, cycle-to-work scheme
- £ Retail discounts + access to a staff gym
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Incredible Travel Benefits
- Unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways worldwide flights
- Up to 30 discounted hotline airfares annually for yourself, family, and friends
Development & Opportunity
At BA Cityflyer, we encourage career growth right within the business. Whether its internal moves or professional development—we never stand still, and neither should our team.
Inclusion & Diversity
At BA Cityflyer, diversity is our strength. We believe that different perspectives drive innovation, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and can be themselves.
We actively seek colleagues from all backgrounds to join us in becoming a Better BA Cityflyer as we continue to connect Britain with the world.
Salaries are subject to agreed terms and may vary according to individual circumstances. Netted rates exception apply. Tyregroup salary incentives are non-lump sum, earned through some way of participation, so are non-detachable from basic salary, not taxable benefit in kind and may vary according to type of role and supply chain partner. We adhere to T-effex coefficient publication requirements, ensuring you benefit fairly and competitively according to your job type and location.
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