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Aircraft Structural Technician

Morson Talent

Yeovilton

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Aircraft Structural Technician to join their Wildcat Base Maintenance team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for performing aircraft structural repairs and ensuring compliance with safety and technical standards. The position offers a chance to work on a fleet of Army and Navy Wildcat Helicopters, contributing to their maintenance and operational readiness. With a focus on professional development, the company provides a supportive environment to help you advance your career and unlock your potential. If you have a passion for aviation and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Discretionary Bonus
5 Weeks Holiday
Company Pension Scheme

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of Aircraft Manufacturing/Repair experience required.
  • Must hold necessary authorisations for structural repairs.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct aircraft structural repairs and associated tasks as directed.
  • Maintain technical currency through training and information updates.

Skills

Aircraft Structural Repairs
Fault Finding
Technical Currency Maintenance
Tool Control Procedures

Education

NVQ in Aeronautical Engineering

Tools

Aircraft Ground Equipment (AGE)

Job description

Morson Technical Services are currently seeking a Wildcat Base Maintenance Aircraft Structural Technician on a permanent basis to be based at RNAS Yeovilton.


ABOUT -

Our Wildcat Base Maintenance team carry out 300 hourly zonal maintenance on the 62 strong fleet of Army and Navy Wildcat Helicopters. On a 17-week programme, teams strip, clean, inspect and rectify the aircraft to return to the front-line squadrons. Our qualified engineers work a days' routine, fault finding and replacing components as required and ground running the aircraft prior to sending them forward.

Operating within a MAOS Part 145 framework, the organisation is professional and diligent, with air worthiness and health and safety paramount to its success.

Our Morson employees at RNAS Yeovilton are supported by our onsite HR Team; we help you explore your passions and unlock your true potential. Our people are the heart of our business, and we provide the learning and the tools to help you take your career to the next level.


JOB PURPOSE / DUTIES -

  1. Aircraft structural repairs and associated tasks.
  2. To hold authorisations to the minimum level required by WMS, this is to include first signature within own trade group (Limited to Aircraft structural repairs and associated tasks) and as detailed in OP 1103 and IAW individual Record of Engineering Authorisations (REA).
  3. Maintain technical currency and authorisation through the training program and reading disseminated information.
  4. Aircraft structural repairs and associated tasks, as tasked by WBM Structures Supervisors / Inspector and IAW published procedures and Instructions.
  5. Observing authorised tool control procedures (WMS OP 502) when carrying out Aircraft structural repairs and associated tasks.
  6. Operation of AGE and Hangar facilities as directed.
  7. FOD clearance and checking the security of the dispersal area.
  8. Administration and husbandry of the Working environment.
  9. Be prepared to work towards achieving NVQ in Aeronautical Engineering discipline.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE -

Must have had a minimum 3 years Aircraft Manufacturing/Repair experience.

Proof of experience.


PACKAGE/BENEFITS

  1. Competitive Salary
  2. Discretionary bonus based on team KPI achievement per annum.
  3. Holiday - 5 weeks, 25 days a year (rising to 26 days after 5 years' service) plus bank holidays.
  4. Company Pension Scheme

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

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