Aircraft Field Service Engineer

Field Service Operative

Job Description:

Are you an Aircraft Engineer who enjoys overseas travel? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We are currently recruiting for a Field Service Operative (FSO) on behalf of our large aerospace client based in Yeovil to join our Field Service Department. The main purpose of your role will be to perform discreet maintenance tasks (modifications, repairs or a package of scheduled maintenance) on customer aircraft based both within the UK and overseas.

What you’ll do as a Field Service Operative (FSO):

1. Work alongside and assist Customer Support Field Service Representatives in providing support to customers based both in the UK and abroad. Please note, there is a development path to progress to the Field Service Representative role.
2. Assist with the preparatory requirements of the Contractor Working Party (CWP) deployments by assessing the team composition requirements (trade, skills, inspection approval, etc.).
3. Assess the work instructions to determine GSE, tooling and material requirements.
4. Interact with the client’s departments company-wide, customers, and suppliers to agree and progress CWP plans.
5. Monitor the progress of work to the agreed schedule and budgets, ensuring effective communication is maintained with key stakeholders.
6. Manage the day-to-day assigned work requirements within the scope of the pre-defined Statement of Work, ensuring resources at your disposal are utilized efficiently and effectively.
7. Ensure that all work performed by the CWP complies with the Company Operating System (COS) procedures and relevant maintenance exposition.
8. Hold and maintain company inspection approval on in and out-of-production aircraft (relative to your trade discipline and work experience).
9. Respond at short notice to work requirements in the UK and overseas for extended periods and be able to operate to irregular work routines and extended hours when the need arises.

What we need from you:

1. Completed an Aeronautical Engineering Apprenticeship or Military Equivalent.
2. Engineering qualification (Minimum HNC/BTEC or equivalent).
3. Solid experience working in an aviation type environment with a good sound knowledge of aviation Engineering/Maintenance standards and practices.
4. Effective communication skills.
5. Previous overseas working experience is desirable.

If this is of interest, please apply today, or alternatively contact Oliver Beaumont directly on (phone number removed).