Aircraft Avionics Fitter

Monday
- Thursday, 0730 - 1630 with 30min unpaid break

Friday, 0700 - 1300

Saturday
- Sunday, Day Off

Airbus Helicopters is the world’s largest helicopter manufacturer and the company’s site at Oxford Airport is Britain’s civil helicopter hub.

Shawbury

• Holiday Allowance:
  We value loyalty and work-life balance; your annual leave entitlement grows with you, rewarding your commitment with an extra day of leave for each year of service (up to an additional 4 days)
• Health:
  Private Medical Insurance (Bupa). You also have the flexibility to add family members to your policy at an additional cost. Other options include Health-care Cash Schemes and Den-Plan.
• Future Wealth: up to 8% Company Pension contribution, when you contribute 6%. Plus Yearly Share Incentive Plans, and Discretionary Group Bonuses.
• Everyday Savings:
  Access to exclusive shopping discounts, including a cashback card to help your money go further.
• Lifestyle:
  Bikes to Work scheme (up to £3,000), Mydrive car purchase scheme, and Technology purchase schemes.
• Added Protection:
  Benefit from Personal Accident Insurance, Health-care Cash Schemes, and professional Financial/Legal advice.
• Refer a friend Scheme :
  
  We offer a generous Referral Bonus for any successfully placed candidates you recommend to the business.

Aircraft Avionics Fitter at RAF Shawbury, Shropshire. Reporting to the Base Maintenance Manager, to support the MFTS operation.

• Assisting Certifying Engineers with the delivery of serviceable aircraft to meet the requirements of the daily flying programme.
• Ensuring compliance with Aviation regulations and Company procedures.
• Accomplishment of Maintenance activities as directed by Maintenance Supervisors.
• Complete maintenance to a high standard to ensure continued safe operation of the aircraft.
• Assisting with aircraft maintenance, including avionics systems and electrical systems under the supervision of Certifying Engineers.
• Assist in day to day running of the Hangar, including aircraft movement and general housekeeping responsibilities.

• Experience in an Aviation engineering environment
• Knowledge of UK CAA regulations
• Good knowledge of avionics and electrical systems
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Self-motivated and ability to work under own initiative
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Flexible to the requirements of the company and needs of the customer
• Operational resilience and collaborative problem-solving

Aircraft Avionics Technicians who are studying towards their UK CAA Part 66 B2 Licence who have completed at least 6 modules and have more than 3 years’ experience documented in their experience logbooks are also encouraged to apply.

Successful candidates will be enrolled onto the AHUK Fitter to LAE Development scheme.

• Level 3 Vocational Qualification in Aircraft Engineering or related Engineering Discipline

• If you're looking for a better work-life balance, Shawbury (Shropshire) is a bit of a hidden gem. You get the peace of rural living, the River Roden right on your doorstep, and historic Shrewsbury just a quick 15-minute drive down the road.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
  Your mental health matters. Gain access to 24/7 confidential support, counseling, and resources for both your professional and personal life.
• The Canteen Hub: A dedicated space to take a break and recharge.
• Fuel Your Day:
  Enjoy free tea and coffee throughout the day, because sometimes the best ideas happen over a fresh brew.

• This position is subject to National Security Vetting. Candidates must be able to obtain SC clearance,…