B1.Engineer

Position: B1.3 Engineer
Location: Oxfordshire

MERITUS are recruiting for a B1 Licensed Engineer to join a leading rotary wing MRO organisation supporting defence and aviation operations across the UK on a critical aircraft maintenance programme.

B1 LICENSED ENGINEER (ROTORCRAFT) - INSIDE IR35 - £60 PER HOUR PAYE / £80.26 PER HOUR UMBRELLA - 6 MONTHS - SHAWBURY / OXFORD / RAF VALLEY - SINGLE STAGE FACE TO FACE INTERVIEW PROCESS - SECTOR: DEFENCE & AVIATION MRO

Carry out certification of maintenance and repair activities across a fleet of Airbus Helicopters AS350, AS355, AS365, EC120, EC130, EC135, EC145 and EC155 platforms, ensuring continued airworthiness and safe operation of aircraft in line with UK CAA regulations.
Lead and certify maintenance inspections and repairs as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor. This is a certifying role requiring a Part 66 B1.3 licence, with responsibility for ensuring all work meets Part 145, Part M and applicable regulatory standards.
Provide hands on oversight of airframe, power plant, mechanical and electrical systems maintenance, including replacement of avionics line replaceable units with appropriate functional testing and verification.
Supervise maintenance fitters and support teams, ensuring high standards of workmanship, compliance, and safety across all maintenance activities. Support hangar operations including aircraft movement and general operational housekeeping.
Act as a technical leader within the team, maintaining strong awareness of engine and airframe systems, specialised test equipment, and operational maintenance requirements.
Work closely with engineering teams and supervisors to support efficient aircraft turnaround, defect rectification, and ongoing airworthiness management.

Skills & Attributes

Strong leadership capability with the ability to guide and supervise engineering teams in a fast paced rotary wing MRO environment
Sound working knowledge of UK CAA regulatory framework including Part 145 and Part M
Experience working across rotary wing platforms, ideally Airbus Helicopters product range
Ability to work independently and as part of a high performing engineering team
Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across operational and technical stakeholders
Flexible approach to operational demands and customer requirements in a defence aviation setting

Education, Qualifications or Training

Essential
EASA / UK CAA Part 66 B1.3 Licence

Desirable
Previous rotary wing experience across platforms
Type training on relevant aircraft will be provided where required

Responsibilities

Deliver scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs across rotary wing aircraft in accordance with approved data and regulatory requirements
Certify aircraft maintenance activities in line with Part 145 and company procedures
Supervise and support licensed and unlicensed engineers within the hangar environment
Ensure compliance with safety, airworthiness, and quality standards at all times
Support operational delivery including aircraft movement, hangar organisation, and maintenance planning inputs