B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer

Summary
Take technical ownership of complex aircraft systems and influence how maintenance decisions are made on the line. You will use your B2 licence to certify, guide others and deepen your system authority within a regulated aerospace environment.

Location and setup
Bournemouth. This is a fully onsite role with travel for detachment periods as operationally required.

What you will be doing

• Certifying avionic and electrical maintenance activities in accordance with approved data
  • Providing technical guidance and oversight to engineering teams on shift
  • Supporting aircraft operations at main base and detached locations
  • Maintaining accurate technical records and certification documentation
  • Deputising for senior engineers when required and contributing to engineering decisions
  • Driving safety reporting, compliance and continuous improvement practices

Your experience

• Aircraft avionic systems maintenance experience on complex platforms
  • Confidence supervising tasks and mentoring other engineers
  • Strong knowledge of maintenance documentation and regulatory requirements
  • Ability to work under pressure while maintaining safety and quality standards
  • Clear communication skills and a proactive engineering approach

What you will need

• Ability to obtain Security Check clearance
  • Unrestricted CAA Part 66 Category B2 licence
  • Strong experience within a Part 145 aircraft maintenance environment
  • Proven understanding of aviation regulatory compliance and safety management
  • Willingness to support detachment activity in the UK and overseas as required

Salary and rewards
£66,300 to £71,400 per year with eligibility for a performance related incentive scheme.

Benefits and balance
Rewards extend beyond pay with
• Employer pension contributions up to 12 percent
• Annual bonus or incentive scheme
• Access to discounted private medical insurance
• Participation in an electric car scheme
 
Equal opportunities
Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified individuals. Selection decisions are made objectively and without discrimination. Reasonable adjustments can be discussed at any stage of the process.
These vacancies require Security Check clearance. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain relevant clearance.
Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to high technology industries. Thank you for your interest. If you do not hear from us within seven working days, please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You may resubmit your CV or details in the future and we shall assess your suitability then.