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Job Opportunity: P8 Training Engineering Technician – Simulator Technician
Location: RAF Lossiemouth (Onsite) Employment Type: Full-Time, Shift Basis
About Boeing Defence UK (BDUK)
At Boeing, we combine innovation and collaboration to deliver high-impact solutions worldwide. Boeing Defence UK (BDUK), with over 1,400 team members, supports critical UK defence programmes such as Apache, Chinook, C-17, P-8A, and Wedgetail. As a key supplier to the UK’s armed forces, BDUK ensures aircraft sustainment, training, and advanced simulator solutions.
The P8 Training Services team at RAF Lossiemouth delivers state-of-the-art synthetic training for the MOD’s P-8 fleet using cutting-edge simulation technology.
P8 Training Engineering
This role supports training device maintenance—ensuring proactive preservation, uptime, and continuous improvement of simulation systems used by UK military personnel.
Key Responsibilities
- Technical Maintenance & Support
- Assist in repairs, testing, installation, configuration, and upgrades of simulators, training devices, and associated hardware/software.
- Perform pre/operational and component inspections to ensure device integrity.
- Conduct functional tests, monitor instrumentation, and troubleshoot faults across systems.
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Fault Rectification
- Isolate and repair faulty systems and components under limited supervision.
- Oversee maintenance activities as tasked by Shift Lead or Engineering Manager.
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Process Improvement
- Develop and refine existing maintenance protocols to enhance operational efficiency.
Qualifications
Mandatory Requirements
- Strong organisational and technical skills.
- Experience with electronic/electrical systems (preferably advanced).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Desired Qualifications
- Hands-on experience with flight simulators or training equipment (strong preference).
- A time-served indentured apprenticeship in:
- Simulator/Avionics/Electronics/Engineering
- NVQ Level 3 (Electrical/Electronics/Avionics) or equivalent.
- Knowledge of computer networking.
- Experience with qualification test guides (QTGs) and related certification processes.
- Familiarity with military air environment governance.
- An HNC/D in Electronics/Avionics/Aircraft Engineering.
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Role Specifics
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | RAF Lossiemouth (on-site) |
| Employement | Full-time, shift-based pattern |
| Final Application Date | 20 July 2026 |
| Security Requirement | Must have the ability to obtain a UK Security Check |
| Relocation | Not available for this position |
| Visa Sponsorship | Not offered |
Equal Opportunity Commitment
Boeing is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know—we’re here to assist.
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