MRO Mechanical Technician

Responsibilities

• Conduct assigned aircraft maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting tasks in accordance with approved technical data
• Execute assembly, disassembly, modification, or repair of aircraft systems, structures, and components
• Perform routine troubleshooting of complex pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical/electronic systems to isolate and repair faults
• Ensure all work is correctly certified and meets contractual, regulatory, and quality standards
• Deliver maintenance under Boeing’s MAA MRP Part 145 approval or MOD customer approval
• Provide guidance and mentoring to peers, apprentices, and trainees
• Mitigate immediate risks and escalate emerging issues or shortfalls in a timely manner
• Contribute to continuous improvement workshops and maintain an open, honest reporting culture

Requirements

• Fluent written and spoken English
• Ability to obtain a United Kingdom Security Check (SC)
• Technical skills in aircraft maintenance practices and techniques
• Ability to interpret technical documents, drawings, and associated publications

Preferred Qualifications

• Recognised relevant trade apprenticeship or equivalent trade training
• Experience in commercial or defence aviation environments
• Knowledge of MAA Regulatory Articles (RA), MRP Part 145, Quality Assurance (QA), and Safety Management Systems (SMS)
• Understanding of aviation processes including Human Factors, FOD control, tool control, and COSHH
• Proficient computer skills, specifically with the Microsoft Office suite

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
• Pension Plan with up to 9% employer contribution
• 23 days annual leave plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break
• Comprehensive sickness pay: 100% for the first 26 weeks
• Life insurance equivalent to 4x annual salary
• Continuous learning through the Learning Together Programme
• Access to various well-being programs and incentives

About the Company

Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited (BDUK) supports major UK defence programs including Apache, Chinook, C-17, P-8A, and E7 Wedgetail. As a subsidiary of The Boeing Company, BDUK provides essential engineering sustainment, aircraft support for the UK armed forces, and specialized training, blending local expertise with a global approach to security challenges.