Reliability and Maintainability Engineer

## Reliability and Maintainability Engineer Apply locations:
GB - Yeovil - Lysander Rdtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
June 29, 2026 (16 days left to apply) job requisition :
R0030628
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* Job Description:

*** Salary Range:* *£44,000 to £51,000
** Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.
*** Your impact
** We are looking for a skilled aviation engineer who we will train to become a Reliability & Maintainability (R&M) Engineer.

You will apply your existing maintenance knowledge, skills and experience to this new role. Which involves identifying possible failures, understanding the effect of failures and preventing them occurring. You will be capable of applying a logical and methodical approach to the required work.

As part of our R&M Team, you will help us drive continuous improvement in platform performance. You will be providing support to design engineering, logistics modelling and prepare contracted deliverable outputs for a range of helicopter programmes across the lifecycle.

You will be based at Leonardo’s site in Yeovil, the Home of British Helicopters, which has been an aerospace hub for more than 100 years. Yeovil is set close to the countryside, within a 40-minute drive of the Jurassic coast and has rail links which can get you to Bristol and Bath in under an hour and a half.

For awareness of internal applicants:
This is a JFF level 5 role.
** What you will do as a Reliability & Maintainability Engineer:
*** Influence design through Reliability, Maintainability and Testability analysis
* Create and maintain Failure Modes Effect Analysis (FMEA) documents
* Create and maintain Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) documents

Training and mentoring will be provided to enable you to be successful in this role.
** What you’ll bring
*** Qualified in a relevant engineering discipline
* An understanding of mechanical, electrical or systems engineering.
* An understanding of preventative and corrective maintenance.
* The ability to identify potential weaknesses in systems.
* An analytical approach
* The ability to create written reports.
* The ability to make sound technical assessments/judgements
* Self-motivated and able to work as part of an integrated team.
* Computing skills including MS Word and Excel are essential
* Experience of MS Access would be beneficial.
* Experience in a defence-related aerospace environment is advantageous.
* An existing appreciation of safety and airworthiness will be beneficial.

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.
** Security Clearance
** This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit:
** Why join us
** At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.
* ** Time to Recharge:
** Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
* ** Secure your Future:
** Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
* ** Your Wellbeing Matters:
** Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
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