Installations Supervisor - Avionics

Arden White is recruiting on behalf of a leading UK helicopter engineering and support organisation based at Oxford Airport. Supporting both civil and military operations, including the MoD’s No.1 Helicopter Flying School (MFTS), this role offers the chance to work in a highly regulated, technically advanced environment.

The Role  

This is a certifying position, reporting to the Installationa & Production Manager, responsible for maintaining the safety and airworthiness of helicopters undergoing customisation and maintenance within the Installations Department.

You will support project delivery by leading avionics activities, supervising work and ensuring compliance with approved data, regulatory standards and project timelines.

Key Responsibilities  

Certify avionics work within the Installations department

Delegate and oversee tasks across the avionics team

Ensure compliance with approved data and CAA regulations

Liaise with Project Management and Design teams

Oversee day-to-day hangar and team activities

Ensure H&S standards, PPE use and hangar rules are upheld

Support installation of modifications using approved OEM or STC data

Requirements Essential  

Minimum 5 years’ aviation experience

CAA Part 66 B2 Licence

Experience leading or supervising a team

Strong knowledge of Part 21G, Part 145 and Part 21J

Proven wiring loom manufacture, fault-finding and testing experience

Desirable

Type ratings on H125, H130, H135 or H145

Human Factors and leadership training

Additional Information  

DBS and SC clearance eligibility required

Export Compliance requirements apply

Right to work in the UK essential (no sponsorship)

Benefits  

Competitive salary, pension, private medical insurance, discretionary bonus schemes, salary sacrifice benefits and employee wellbeing support.

If you feel you have the skills to succeed in this role, please click to apply.

Arden White specialises in technical engineering recruitment, and all job applications are managed by our team. We believe in the value of a personal touch, and we work hard to deliver a swift, professional, and friendly service for our clients and candidates. We are acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client for this vacancy, and whilst we are advertising the role, we are not the hiring company.

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