MRO Mechanical Technician

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Major UK programmes such as Apache, Chinook, C-17, P-8A and E7 Wedgetail are supported by Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) Ltd, a subsidiary of The Boeing Company. The Technician will be part of a Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) team supporting key programmes, ensuring process adherence, accurate work recording and contractual/regulatory compliance.

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• Conduct assigned maintenance tasks, interpreting technical information and ensuring work is completed in accordance with Approved Technical Data and in line with authorisations.
  
• Perform aircraft maintenance activities, meeting schedule milestones, controlling workloads, and ensuring high‑quality work standards.
  
• Deliver maintenance under Boeing’s MAA MRP Part 145 approval or under MOD customer approval.
  
• Carry out assembly, disassembly, modification or repair of aircraft systems, structures, and components, upgrading aerospace components as required.
  
• Troubleshoot complex aircraft systems—pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical/electronic—to isolate faults and repair components per authorised maintenance documents.
  
• Be flexible with work locations and times to deliver aircraft on schedule.
  
• Provide guidance and mentoring to peers in the team.
  
• Escalate risks, issues and shortfalls promptly, including stop‑work decisions.
  
• Contribute to continuous improvement workshops and projects.
  
• If directed, exercise 100% oversight of work carried out by Boeing apprentices or trainees and provide mentorship.
  
• Contribute positively to Boeing’s open reporting culture.
  

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• Excellent communication skills, ability to sequence technical work and manage demanding workloads to high standards.
  
• Ability to interpret technical documents, drawings and publications.
  
• Working knowledge of MAA Regulatory Articles (RA), MAA Regulatory Publication (MRP) Part 145, aviation QA, and SMS, and application of these requirements in their area of responsibility.
  

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• Recognised relevant trade apprenticeship or training equivalent.
  
• Knowledge of general aircraft maintenance processes (Human Factors, FOD control, tool control, health & safety, COSHH).
  
• Experience in commercial or defence environments considered an advantage.
  
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite.
  
• Effective team member.
  

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• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans.
  
• Continuous learning and skill development.
  
• Excellent parental leave options.
  
• 23 days plus UK public holidays, including a winter break.
  
• Pension plan with up to 9% employer contribution.
  
• Short‑term sickness: 100% pay for first 26 weeks.
  
• Long‑term sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from week 27.
  
• 4‑year salary life insurance.
  
• Learning Together Programme for ongoing personal and career development.
  
• Access to Boeing’s Well‑Being Programs and other incentives.
  

Applications will be accepted until Nov. 21, 2025.

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

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