MRO Mechanical Supervisor

Boeing
Stockbridge
4 months ago
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.


Major UK programmes such as Apache, Chinook, C-17, P-8A and E7 Wedgetail are supported and delivered by Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) Ltd, a subsidiary of The Boeing Company. Employing more than 1,700 people, BDUK also provides engineering sustainment and support for aircraft in service with the UK armed forces, along with virtual and instructor‑led training. Leveraging our established defence business in the UK and blending our local expertise with our ‘One Boeing’ global approach, BDUK is well positioned to support the UK with its current and future defence and security challenges.


The Role

The role of the Mechanical Supervisor position will form part of a Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) organisation within BDUK, working as part of a team in support of our key programmes. The individual will be responsible for ensuring established process adherence, accurate and timely work recording and contractual/regulatory compliance. Reporting to an Operations Lead, this role provides direct control, oversight, mentoring and is responsible for carrying out supervision of technicians in the execution of their maintenance activities. The supervisor must have proven technical knowledge and be able to supervise, plan, sequence, distribute and control technical work for a small group of aircraft technicians, while providing effective leadership, direction and guidance when required. The role requires an individual with good communication skills, the ability to distribute and sequence technical work, control demanding workloads, maintain schedule and deliver high standards. The candidate must understand and interpret technical documents, drawings and associated publications, and possess a working knowledge of MAA Regulatory Articles (RA), MAA Regulatory Publication (MRP) Part 145, aviation Quality Assurance (QA) and Safety Management System (SMS) and their application within their area of responsibility.


Responsibilities

  • Deliver aircraft maintenance under Boeing’s own MAA MRP Part 145 approval or under the approval of the MOD customer.
  • Assembly, disassembly and/or modification of systems, changing, removing, replacing and/or upgrading aerospace vehicle components to correct failures or implement changes.
  • Perform routine troubleshooting of complex aircraft systems, such as pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical/electronic to isolate faults and repair faulty components IAW technical information published in authorised maintenance documents.
  • Be flexible with work locations and work times to ensure aircraft are delivered on time to the customer.
  • Provide advice, guidance and mentoring to peers and others appropriate to their role.
  • Exercise, or work under appropriate supervision for the role.
  • Mitigate immediate risks including ‘stop work’ as well as escalating emerging risks, issues and shortfalls in a timely manner.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement workshops and projects as required.
  • Where directed, exercise 100% oversight of work carried out by Boeing apprentices or trainees, including apprentice/trainee mentoring.
  • Contribute positively to our open and honest reporting culture.

Qualifications / Experience (Required)

  • Recognised relevant trade apprenticeship or trade experience equivalent.
  • Knowledge of general aircraft maintenance and processes applicable to the aviation environment (Human Factors, FOD control, tool control, health & safety & COSHH).
  • Experience in either commercial or defence would be considered.
  • Proficient computer skills, use of the Microsoft Office suite.
  • Be an effective team member within an inclusive working culture.

This position requires the ability to obtain a UK security clearance for which the UK government requires UK residency. The successful candidate will hold, or have the ability to obtain, Security Clearance (SC).


Benefits

  • Competitive salary and annual incentive plans.
  • Continuous learning – you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
  • Success as defined by you – we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
  • Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options.
  • 23 days plus UK public holidays and a winter break between Christmas and New Year.
  • Excellent pension plan.
  • BUPA medical plan.
  • Short‑term sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks.
  • Long‑term sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week.
  • 6× annual salary life insurance.
  • Learning Together Programme to support your ongoing personal and career development.
  • Access to Boeing’s Well‑Being Programs, tools and incentives.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 27, 2026.


Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.


Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance post‑start. See job description for details.


Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.


Shift

Shift Worker (United Kingdom)


Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law. We are a Disability Confident committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process.


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