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MRO Mechanical Technician

Boeing Company
Stockbridge
5 days ago
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The role of the Technician position will form part of a Maintenance, Repair and Operations (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.


Responsibilities

  • Reporting to a Supervisor, this role primarily conducts assigned maintenance tasks. Must be capable of understanding, interpreting and implementing technical information and ensuring that work/tasks completed have been carried out in accordance with the Approved Technical Data and correctly certified in line with their authorisations.
  • The role ideally requires technical skills and knowledge of maintenance practices and techniques. Will be responsible for executing aircraft maintenance activities to meet individual schedule milestones, controlling and sequencing individual workloads and ensuring acceptable work standards, first time quality and performance measures are met.
  • Deliver aircraft maintenance under Boeing's own MAA MRP Part 145 approval or under the approval of the MOD customer.
  • Assembly, disassembly, modification or repair of aircraft systems/structures/electronics/components. Upgrading aerospace 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 in accordance with 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 escalate 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 as well as Apprentice/Trainee mentoring.
  • Contribute positively to our open and honest reporting culture.
  • The role requires an individual with good communication skills, with the ability to distribute and sequence technical work requirements to their team, controlling demanding workloads, whilst delivering to a high standard, and maintaining schedule.
  • You will have an understanding of interpreting technical documents, drawings and associated publications.
  • You will ideally 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 the application of these requirements within their area of responsibility, accountability and authority (RAA).
  • Recognised relevant trade apprenticeship or trade training 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.
  • This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance post-start. See job description for details.

About the company and benefits

  • 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.
  • BDUK employs more than 1,700 people and provides engineering sustainment and support for aircraft in service with the UK armed forces, along with virtual and instructor-led training.
  • BDUK is well positioned to support the UK with its current and future defence and security challenges.
  • 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
  • Pension Plan with up to 9% employer contribution
  • Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
  • Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
  • 4x annual salary life insurance
  • Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
  • Access to Boeing\'s Well Being Programs, tools and incentives


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