Job Description

Contract Opportunity: Aircraft Maintenance & Weapons Systems Technician

Location: RAF Coningsby

We are seeking a highly skilled Aircraft Maintenance & Weapons Systems Technician to undertake key maintenance and diagnostic activities on aircraft systems and components. This contract role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment supporting essential military air operations.

• Aircraft Maintenance: Conduct maintenance and diagnostic activities, including:
  • Aircraft ground handling and flight servicing
  • Aircraft role changes and AD embodiments
  • Component removals, inspections, repairs, and modifications
  • Fault rectifications, replacements, and functional/system tests
• Task Management: Ensure maintenance tasks are completed to schedule, resolving issues or escalating when necessary.
• Compliance & Documentation: Maintain personal task authorizations and comply with SHE policies, procedures, and risk assessments.
• Team Collaboration: Work effectively with other teams to meet overall objectives and demonstrate continuous improvement.

• Technical Expertise: Broad and in-depth product knowledge in aeronautical engineering and weapons systems.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive and flexible approach to maintenance tasks and issue resolution.
• Compliance Awareness: Understanding of Weapon Functional Competence & Capability policies.

• Essential:
  • Completion of an Engineering Apprenticeship (preferably in Aeronautical Engineering) or military equivalent.
  • Minimum of City & Guilds 2675 or 2661 in Aeronautical Engineering and Maintenance, or equivalent.
  • Formal EaPW / Weapons training certification.

• Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience, demonstrating full competency with appropriate authorizations.
• Strong systems experience, maintaining currency and recency through a logbook (electronic or physical).

Ready to Apply?
Join a team dedicated to maintaining mission-critical aircraft and weapons systems. Apply now to be part of this challenging and rewarding contract role!