B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer
Job Description
Job title: B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer
Company: Boeing
Job description: B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer
Company: BCAS Europe Limited
Job ID: 00000415964
Date Posted: 2024-02-28
Location: GBR – Gatwick, UK
Job Description Qualifications:
Introduction
Boeing Commercial Aviation Services Europe Limited (BCASEL) is an EASA and UK CAA approved Maintenance Repair Organisation with approval to provide Line & Base Maintenance services on 737 NG/Max, 777 and 787 aircraft.
Due to continued expansion, we are looking for B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineers to join our organisation. Prospective candidates are required to hold a valid UK CAA Category B2 Part-66 Licence with one or more of the following type ratings – B737 NG, B737 Max, B777 or B787. Applications from candidates without Boeing specific types will also be considered and additional type training can be provided.
The B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer will have responsibility for the supervision of Mechanics and inspection and certification of scheduled maintenance tasks, defect rectification, modifications, repairs and functional tests on Avionic and Electrical systems. They will support the Aircraft Check Manager and allocate tasks to ensure the daily workload is completed and the production plan remains on schedule.
These roles report to the Maintenance Manager – Production and are based at the London Gatwick Hangar facility working a rotational shift pattern. A degree of flexibility is expected and shift patterns will vary as required in order to support business needs and operational requirements.
Responsibilities
Supervise a team of Mechanics performing Base Maintenance on customer aircraft.
Inspection and certification of scheduled maintenance tasks, defect rectification, modifications, repairs and functional tests on Avionic and Electrical systems.
Complete all assigned work in a timely manner to optimise aircraft downtime.
Ensure aircraft technical log book, maintenance documentation, job cards, work packages and zonal handovers are completed accurately and within prescribed timescales.
Maintain a high standard of husbandry and cleanliness within assigned work areas.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company processes and procedures.
Promote a just culture and report all incidents and occurrences in the Boeing Safety Management System.
Highlight any technical issues, discrepancies or other issues to the Lead Engineer.
Support the Lead Engineer with the day to day running of their allocated zone and deputise during periods of absence.
Actively support, promote and contribute to continuous improvement ideas and lean principles.
Assist the management team in the day to day running of the London Gatwick Operation.
Undertake any reasonable activities as required, including working away from London Gatwick.
Required Qualifications
Hold a valid UK CAA Category B2 Part-66 Licence.
Type rating on one or more of the following aircraft preferable – B737 NG, B737 Max, B777 or B787
Desired Experience
Must have a minimum of 1 year exercising certification privileges with experience working in a Line or Base Maintenance environment.
Demonstrate 6 months recent experience on type and ability to hold and maintain appropriate company authorisations specific to role.
Comprehensive understanding of Part-145 regulations.
Previous experience of using AMOS or other Maintenance Management Systems.
Excellent communication skills.
Effective problem solver with a solution focused mindset.
Flexible worker who is prepared to adjust working hours to meet operational demands.
Be a team player who will grasp opportunities to exceed the expectations of internal and external customers.
Proficiency in using Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint and the ability to learn in house systems.
Meet the requirements to hold a London Gatwick Airport airside pass.
Candidates must have the right to live and work in United Kingdom.
Work Authorisation
This requisition is for a locally hired position in the United Kingdom. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing United States based payroll
Boeing Benefits Package
As a BCASEL employee, you will have the freedom to choose a healthy work-life balance through flexible working arrangements, incentive programs and access to a range of resources and tools to support your growth and wellbeing.
This includes our industry leading Boeing Learning Together program which offers generous funding to help you enhance your skills – and learn new ones – at hundreds of accredited colleges and universities across the globe.
The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being.
Here is a snapshot of what we offer:
Competitive salary and annual incentive plans.
Continuous learning: You will develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
Success as defined by you: We will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
Diverse and inclusive culture: You will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
Annual leave entitlement plus UK Public Holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year.
Bupa Healthcare – Boeing provides 100% coverage for employees; employee can pay for the addition of spouse and family.
Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution.
Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks.
Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week.
6x annual salary life insurance.
Learning Together Program to support your on-going personal and career development.
Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives.
6 weeks paternity leave.
52 weeks of maternity leave regardless of your length of service or the hours you work.
Boeing is the world’s largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial airplanes and defense, space and security systems. We are engineers and technicians. Skilled scientists and thinkers. Bold innovators and dreamers. Join us, and you can build something better for yourself, for our customers and for the world.
Relocation: No relocation available
Export Control Requirement: Not an export control position
Safety Sensitive: This is not a safety sensitive position
Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award
Experience Level: Individual Contributor – 4
Job Type: Regular
Job Code: GFD8I4 (GFR)
Expected salary:
Location: Gatwick, West Sussex
