MRO Mechanical Technician

Job Overview

MRO Mechanical Technician – Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited. The role supports major UK programmes such as Apache, Chinook, C-17, P-8A and E7 Wedgetail within the Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) organisation of BDUK. The technician works as part of a team to ensure accurate maintenance records, process adherence, and regulatory compliance.

• Conduct assigned maintenance tasks in accordance with Approved Technical Data and authorized personnel certifications.
• Ensure tasks are completed to Boeing’s own MAA MRP Part 145 approval or the Mod customer’s approval.
• Control and sequence individual workloads to meet schedule milestones and maintain first‑time quality.
• Perform aircraft maintenance activities, assembly, disassembly, modification or repair of systems, structures, electronics and components.
• Upgrade aerospace components to correct failures or implement changes.
• Diagnose complex aircraft systems (pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical/electronic) and repair faulty components following authorised maintenance documents.
• Provide guidance, mentoring and oversight to apprentices and trainees, exercising 100% oversight where directed.
• Escalate emerging risks, issues and shortfalls and mitigate immediate risks, including stop‑work decisions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement workshops and reporting culture.
• Be flexible with work locations and times to deliver aircraft on schedule.

• Fluent written and spoken English.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to distribute and sequence technical work.
• Strong workload control while delivering high standards and maintaining schedule.
• Ability to interpret technical documents, drawings and associated publications.
• Knowledge of MAA Regulatory Articles (RA), MAA Regulatory Publication (MRP) Part 145, aviation Quality Assurance (QA) and Safety Management System (SMS).

• Recognised relevant trade apprenticeship or equivalent trade training.
• Knowledge of general aircraft maintenance processes (Human Factors, FOD control, tool control, health & safety & COSHH).
• Experience in commercial or defence environments.
• Proficient computer skills, including the Microsoft Office suite.
• Effective team member skills.

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans.
• Continuous learning and career development opportunities.
• Parental leave options, 23 days plus UK public holidays, and a winter break.
• Pension plan with up to 9% employer contribution.
• Short‑term sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks; long‑term sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from the 27th week.
• Life insurance: up to 4× annual salary.
• Access to Boeing’s Well‑Being Programs and other incentives.

• Position requires a United Kingdom Security Check clearance.
• Visa sponsorship not available.
• Not a shift worker (United Kingdom).