Aircraft Mechanic
1 month ago
Chippenham
Aircraft Mechanic / Aircraft Maintenance Technician – Landing Gear Location: Chippenham, Wiltshire Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 depending on experience + Overtime + Excellent Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a specialist aerospace engineering business operating within a highly regulated aviation environment. We're looking for an experienced Aircraft Mechanic / Aircraft Maintenance Technician with strong hands-on mechanical experience to join a growing team responsible for the overhaul, repair and maintenance of aircraft landing gear systems. This is a permanent opportunity offering excellent training, career progression and the chance to work on safety-critical aircraft components within a modern workshop environment. The Role • Carry out overhaul, maintenance, repair and inspection of aircraft landing gear assemblies and components., • Strip, clean, inspect, repair, reassemble and function test landing gear using approved maintenance data., • Diagnose mechanical and hydraulic faults and carry out corrective actions., • Complete dimensional inspections, wear checks and corrosion assessments using precision measuring equipment., • Replace bearings, bushes, seals, actuators, brake components and other landing gear assemblies., • Read and interpret engineering drawings, Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs), technical publications and work instructions., • Accurately complete maintenance records, inspection reports and quality documentation., • Operate specialist tooling, lifting equipment and test rigs safely and effectively., • Work closely with inspectors, quality engineers and fellow technicians to ensure work is completed to the highest standards., • Maintain excellent housekeeping, tooling control and Health & Safety practices., • Support continuous improvement activities and contribute to improving workshop efficiency., • Assist with mentoring junior technicians where appropriate. About You • Previous hands-on aircraft maintenance experience gained within an airline, MRO, Part-145 or military aviation environment., • Strong practical experience working on aircraft landing gear is essential and will be the most heavily weighted aspect of your application., • Experience of landing gear overhaul, wheel and brake systems, hydraulic systems or flight control systems would be highly advantageous., • Confident using aircraft maintenance manuals, engineering drawings and technical documentation., • Experience carrying out fault diagnosis, inspections and component repairs., • Good understanding of aviation quality standards and safety procedures., • Strong attention to detail with a methodical approach to work., • Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Desirable Experience • EASA/CAA Part-66 Licence or completed Part-66 modules., • EWIS, Human Factors and Fuel Tank Safety training., • Experience working on Airbus, Boeing, Bombardier, Embraer or military aircraft., • Workshop overhaul or component maintenance experience. What's On Offer • £45,000 - £60,000 depending on experience., • Overtime opportunities., • Excellent benefits package., • Permanent, full-time position. If you're an experienced Aircraft Mechanic, Aircraft Maintenance Technician, Aircraft Engineer, Aircraft Fitter, Aircraft Mechanical Technician, Landing Gear Technician or Aviation Engineer with strong hands-on landing gear experience, we'd love to hear from you