BOSTONAIR ARE LOOKING FOR AN EXPERIENCED AVIONICS SUPERVISOR TO SUPPORT A LEADING DEFENCE CLIENT IN THE MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND OVERHAUL OF CHINOOK CH-47 AIRCRAFT.

The job will be carrying out Avionic trade maintenance and supervision on Chinook helicopters undergoing primary and primary star maintenance, operating under both the military (QR640) and Boeing (Part 145) authorisation schemes.

Location: Hampshire, UK

Rate: £37ph

Estimated Start Date: From 4th May

Duration: 12 Months+

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 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.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Fluent written and spoken English

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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).

• Proficient computer skills, use of the Microsoft Office suite.

• Be an effective team member within an inclusive company culture

MUST HAVE:

• Right to work in the UK

• Able to obtain BPSS & SC clearance

Unfortunately VISA sponsorship cannot be provided for this role.

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