Babcock International Group
Licensed Aircraft Engineer
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Licensed Aircraft Engineer
Licensed Aircraft Engineer – RAF Cosford
Location
Shropshire, England
Compensation
£49,016.78 + Benefits
Role Type
Full-time / Permanent Role ID: SF74307
About the Role
Build a safer world through precision engineering.
At Babcock, we work to create a safe and secure world. Join us as a Licensed Aircraft Engineer at RAF Cosford near Albrighton, Wolverhampton.
This role ensures aircraft are maintained to the highest safety and regulatory standards, working on complex aviation platforms to support operational readiness and mission success while advancing your career.
Responsibilities
As a Licensed Aircraft Engineer, your key duties include:
- Carrying out scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, in compliance with regulatory requirements
- Certifying completed work in accordance with Part 145 or equivalent approvals
- Diagnosing faults efficiently and completing repairs to minimise downtime
- Ensuring all maintenance activities are accurately recorded and compliant with standards
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and performance
Operational Details:
- Full-time position based at RAF Cosford
- 40-hour workweek (including weekends)
- Possible travel to other Babcock and customer sites
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Essential Experience & Qualifications
Experience
- Demonstrated experience in a regulated aviation maintenance environment
- Strong knowledge of aircraft systems and maintenance procedures
- Pursuit of relevant type ratings or experience across similar platforms
- Ability to work effectively in a team while maintaining high attention to detail
- Clear communication with stakeholders to meet operational requirements
Qualifications
- EASA Part 66 License (or UK CAA equivalent) – essential
- Type rating(s) on relevant aircraft (desirable)
- Human Factors and EWIS training (desirable)
Security Clearance
- Must be able to achieve and maintain a BPSS Counter Terrorist Check (CTC)
Note: Security clearance and Trade Control restrictions apply. Eligibility depends on factors like nationality, residency, and past citizenship. Refer to the UK Government Security Vetting Guide for details.
What We Offer
- Generous holiday allowance
- Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance benefits
- Access to Digital GP, annual health checks, and Aviva DigiCare+ nutritional support
- Employee shopping savings portal
- Assistance with payment of Professional Fees
- 10 days special paid leave for Reservists in the armed forces
- Holiday Trading program to buy/sell additional leave
- ‘Be Kind Day’ – One paid day per year for volunteering
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About Babcock
Babcock is a global FTSE 100 business with 26,000+ employees dedicated to making an impact.
You’ll be part of a meaningful career contributing to national security and public infrastructure, ensuring work-life balance while delivering lasting impact.
Join us, and let’s build a future that lasts.
Diversity & Inclusion
Babcock is a disability confident employer. If you require reasonable adjustments during the application process, email careers@babcockinternational.com with the subject "Reasonable Adjustments Requirement".
We welcome conversations about flexible working options. Ask about alternatives during interviews.
Closing Date: 23/07/2026 #AVIATION24
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