Job summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Aircraft Maintenance & Weapons Systems Technician to undertake key maintenance and diagnostic activities on aircraft systems and components.

Key skills required for this role

Aircraft Technician, Weapons

Important

You must be based in the UK and have a British Passport

Job description

Contract Opportunity: Aircraft Maintenance & Weapons Systems Technician

Location: RAF Coningsby

We are seeking a highly skilled Aircraft Maintenance & Weapons Systems Technician to undertake key maintenance and diagnostic activities on aircraft systems and components. This contract role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment supporting essential military air operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Aircraft Maintenance: Conduct maintenance and diagnostic activities, including:
  • Aircraft ground handling and flight servicing
  • Aircraft role changes and AD embodiments
  • Component removals, inspections, repairs, and modifications
  • Fault rectifications, replacements, and functional/system tests
• Task Management: Ensure maintenance tasks are completed to schedule, resolving issues or escalating when necessary.
• Compliance & Documentation: Maintain personal task authorizations and comply with SHE policies, procedures, and risk assessments.
• Team Collaboration: Work effectively with other teams to meet overall objectives and demonstrate continuous improvement.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Technical Expertise: Broad and in-depth product knowledge in aeronautical engineering and weapons systems.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive and flexible approach to maintenance tasks and issue resolution.
• Compliance Awareness: Understanding of Weapon Functional Competence & Capability policies.

Qualifications:

• Essential:
  • Completion of an Engineering Apprenticeship (preferably in Aeronautical Engineering) or military equivalent.
  • Minimum of City & Guilds 2675 or 2661 in Aeronautical Engineering and Maintenance, or equivalent.
  • Formal EaPW / Weapons training certification.

Experience:

• Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience, demonstrating full competency with appropriate authorizations.
• Strong systems experience, maintaining currency and recency through a logbook (electronic or physical).

Ready to Apply?
Join a team dedicated to maintaining mission-critical aircraft and weapons systems. Apply now to be part of this challenging and rewarding contract role!