Licensed Aircraft Engineer

Job description

Job Title: B1 Licensed Engineer

Location: Stansted

Employment Type: Permanent (5/5/4 mixed or 6-6 shift)

Benefits:

Competitive Salary plus approval pay

• Company funded health cash plan (benefit in kind)
• Company sick pay
• 20 shifts annual leave (incl bank holidays) rising to 24 shifts with service
• Electric vehicle and cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Contributory company pension scheme with salary exchange option
• Gym and retail discounts
• Social company events
• Discretionary bonus

About the Role

On behalf of our client, an independent UK Charter Airline based in Stansted, we are currently recruiting for a B1 Licensed Engineer to help support their maintenance activities. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive Team with a strong focus on innovation, quality, and excellence in aviation services and support.

Key Responsibilities

The Role:

• Completion of the tasks allocated to them on a shift by shift basis by the UK Station Manager or Shift Supervisor, or carried out as part of their routine duties, in accordance with company procedures
• Certification of the work carried out by themselves under the terms of, and within the limitations set by, the personal company authorisation
• Supervision duties in respect of the mechanics, handlers, Interiors Technicians and aircraft cleaners as allocated by the Shift Supervisor
• Ensuring that they are familiar with the MOE procedures and work instructions that affect their duties;
• Performing engineering duties ‘Away from Base’ or at outstations as detailed by the Maintenance Manager or UK Station Manager, including acting in, and representing the Company in a manner acceptable to the Company
• Operate as a flying engineer on flights that require such a function with the ability to depart with the aircraft at short notice;
• Ensuring that the cleanliness and interior trim of the aircraft are maintained to company standard;
• Ensuring that the engineering facility, vehicles and equipment are clean and serviceable and aircraft are positioned in the hangar or on the Titan designated parking area wherever possible.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• Must hold a UK CAA - PART 66 Licence and have a minimum 6 months experience within the past two years, on at least the following aircraft/engine types: EMB190 GE CF 34, A320 CFM/V2500 + Leap, A330 RR T700
• Hold or obtain a recency letter from QA Department along with Company authorisation from most recent employer
• Provide supporting Logbooks or worksheets demonstrating recency
• EWIS, FTS, HF (Initial + recurrent)
• Previous line and base maintenance experience
• Be willing to work away from base to support the fleet and company operations and to be able travel at short notice as a flying Engineer or with AOG recovery
• Shift work including nights, working a 5x5x4 shift pattern giving two weekends off per month
• Hold a full and valid Driving Licence
• Hold a valid Passport with the ability to reside and work in the UK
• Ability to provide information for 5 year referencing
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drugs and alcohol screening

Why Work with JMC Aviation?

At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles — contract or permanent.

• Industry-leading compliance support
• Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
• Dedicated recruitment consultant
• Placements across the globe
• Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector

How to Apply

Submit your up-to-date CV, along with copies of right to work documents to megan.collyer@jmc-aviation.com

Compliance & Equal Opportunities

JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Stansted Mountfitchet

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

05-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English