post holder will be an experienced and highly skilled technician undertaking a range of detailed activities on crew escape, ejection seats, armament and associated weapon systems.
At this level the post holder requires a good understanding of the construct of the approved data set and is competent to work unaided to maintenance instructions and in accordance with the organisation’s MOE. Demonstrates the ability to follow diagnostic procedures and work effectively within a team provide guidance to less experienced team members in a diverse and dynamic operational environment.
Undertake and complete tasked maintenance & diagnostic activities on an aircraft or weapons systems/components which may include, as appropriate, Aircraft Ground Handling, flight servicing’s, aircraft role changes, AD embodiments, component removals, inspections, repairs, modifications, fault rectifications, replacements and/or functional/system test.
Demonstrates a flexible and proactive attitude to carrying out responsibilities appropriate to the role and takes direction appropriately.
Ensure that maintenance is undertaken to schedule and resolve any issues, escalate as required.
It is Military Air & Information (MAI) Policy to ensure that the Organisation complies with Weapons, Ordnance, Munitions & Explosive (WOME) legal requirements and all appropriate licences and authorities are issued as required by Explosives Regulations 2014 and the Firearms Act 1968
Requires broad and in-depth product knowledge / competency within own technical / subject area. Awareness of how the team integrates with others in order to achieve the overall objectives of the area and demonstrates an understanding of the requirement for continuous improvement and its application.
Ensure personal compliance with the risk assessments, SHE policies and procedures.
An individual on successful completion of all the EASA B1 or B2 modules (pass mark 75) and the aircraft type specific Q course may be eligible to hold a BAE Systems B1/B2 licence. Another route is to be able to satisfy the criteria for ‘grandfather’ rights for working on aircraft.
Typically 3+ years experience including type, classed as fully competent with all required Authorities in place.
Demonstrating breadth of systems experience, currency & recency via a Log Book (electronic or paper) capturing skills, knowledge and authorities for working on Aircraft or in workshops.
A comprehensive knowledge of the acceptable means of compliance documentation set.
Completion of an Engineering Apprenticeship, ideally in Aeronautical Engineering, or Military equivalent apprenticeship / qualifications.
Academic qualification for this role is a minimum of City & Guilds 2675 or 2661 in Aeronautical Engineering and Maintenance or equivalent.
Formal EaPW / Weapons training course
Job Description
WORKING HOURS – ON BASE
- 5 days p/wk (Mon-Fri) around relevant site core hours (7.30am – 4.30pm Mon – Thurs, 7.30am – 12pm Fri).
- Hours required to work per week are 37.00 unless otherwise stated (this does not include lunch breaks).
- Start and finish times to be agreed with local Line Management, in accordance with local site core hours.
- Lunch break allowance is 30 minutes between 12.30 – 1:00pm (or as agreed with Line Manager). 30 mins will automatically be deducted each working day by the electronic time management system.
- Dependant on workload, local management may request more or less hours are worked within this contract.
- Candidates should be aware that this position may involve shift work
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to perform tasks suitable to the internal level of this role. The role will contain, but will not be limited to, the following:
The post holder will be an experienced and highly skilled technician undertaking a range of detailed activities on crew escape, ejection seats, armament and associated weapon systems.
At this level the post holder requires a good understanding of the construct of the approved data set and is competent to work unaided to maintenance instructions and in accordance with the organisation’s MOE. Demonstrates the ability to follow diagnostic procedures and work effectively within a team provide guidance to less experienced team members in a diverse and dynamic operational environment.
Performance indicators – Ensure the effective provision of Part 145 activities by meeting delivery targets and reporting any impact on Continuing Airworthiness. Understand how individual actions contribute to overall delivery performance.
Completion of activities – Ensure all Part 145 activities are appropriately documented and airworthiness records are maintained on relevant systems (IT / paper based). Compile required reporting, identify any issues and escalate as appropriate.
Procedure/standards – Comply with the Part 145 Exposition, its associated procedures and standards and any other Company procedures and standards, as applicable. Identify and propose changes, as required.
Safety Management System – Ensure Human Factors and Error Management philosophies are applied to all Part 145 activities. Understand the risks associated with Part 145 and the means by which they are mitigated and managed.
Management System Assurance – Ensure Part 145 activities are compliant with the AM&S Governance and Assurance framework, including supporting Process Confirmations and independent assurance audits. Support the response to audit findings in a timely and appropriate manner and provide information to support the relevant reviews. Support the implementation of identified improvements to overcome any non-compliance and monitor effectiveness.
Statutory / Regulatory & Legislative requirements – Able to demonstrate an appropriate level of understanding and application of the relevant Continuing Airworthiness Regulatory framework. Support the implementation of any Regulatory-driven changes into the Part 145 activities. Ensure compliance with all other requirements, e.g. ITAR, EaPW, ISO, etc.
Contractual Requirements – Ensure compliance with applicable contractual requirements, e.g. through support to contract reviews via the incorporation of required changes into Part 145 processes.The successful candidate will be required to perform tasks suitable to the internal level of this role. The role will contain, but will not be limited to, the following:
Responsibilities
Requires broad and in-depth product knowledge / competency within own technical / subject area. Awareness of how the team integrates with others in order to achieve the overall objectives of the area and demonstrates an understanding of the requirement for continuous improvement and its application.
Ensure personal compliance with the risk assessments, SHE policies and procedures.
An individual on successful completion of all the EASA B1 or B2 modules (pass mark 75) and the aircraft type specific Q course may be eligible to hold a BAE Systems B1/B2 licence. Another route is to be able to satisfy the criteria for ‘grandfather’ rights for working on aircraft.
Completion of an Engineering Apprenticeship, ideally in Aeronautical Engineering, or Military equivalent apprenticeship / qualifications.
Academic qualification for this role is a minimum of City & Guilds 2675 or 2661 in Aeronautical Engineering and Maintenance or equivalent.
Formal EaPW / Weapons training course.
Typically 3+ years experience including type, classed as fully competent with all required Authorities in place.
Demonstrating breadth of systems experience, currency & recency via a Log Book (electronic or paper) capturing skills, knowledge and authorities for working on Aircraft or in workshops.
A comprehensive knowledge of the acceptable means of compliance documentation set.
The Individual
Pay rate 21.45 PAYE
Full time onsite
Computer or DSE work
Lifting or carrying heavy items
No Medical Required
Repetitive tasks
Working shifts
Working with chemicals (Refer to QF36)
Working with noise hazards
Working with skin irritants/sensitisers (QF36)
Function - Aircraft Maintenance
Inside IR35
Legal Entity BAE SYSTEMS plc - UK (LGL005)
Group Air Sector (AIR)
Business Level 1 Europe & International (AIR-E&I)
Business Level 2 E&I Europe (E&I-EUR)
Business Level 3 TyTAN (E&I-EUR-TYTAN)