Salary: £36,304.44 - 36,304.44 per year
Reference: 257486CPI
Aircraft Mechanical Supervisor (Hawk Programme)
Location: RAF Valley, Isle of Anglesey
Position: Permanent
Salary: £36,304.44 per annum
Reference: SF71695
Overview
Morson Edge is supporting the recruitment of an Aircraft Mechanical Supervisor to join a military aviation team supporting Hawk aircraft depth maintenance at RAF Valley.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced aircraft engineer or supervisor looking to combine hands-on engineering with leadership responsibility within a highly respected defence aviation programme. Working within a structured maintenance environment, you will support aircraft availability, technical standards, and team performance while developing your supervisory and leadership capabilities.
Why Apply?
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Permanent position supporting Hawk aircraft within a military aviation environment
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Four-day working week with long weekends every week
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Opportunity to supervise and lead aircraft maintenance activities
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Support the RAF's fast jet training programme
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Develop both technical and leadership experience
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Work within a respected and safety-critical aviation environment
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Support operational aircraft maintenance at RAF Valley
Shift Pattern
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Monday – Wednesday: 07:00 – 17:00
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Thursday: 07:00 – 16:30
Enjoy a structured four-day working week, providing a long weekend every week and a strong work-life balance.
Key Responsibilities
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Undertake and supervise aircraft depth maintenance and diagnostic activities
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Carry out inspections, repairs, modifications, and system testing
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Analyse and diagnose faults on aircraft systems and components
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Support maintenance delivery against operational and programme requirements
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Provide technical leadership and support to maintenance technicians
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Promote best practice and a proactive maintenance culture within the team
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Carry out compliance-related support activities including tooling control and oversight checks
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Ensure all maintenance activities comply with approved procedures and Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE) requirements
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Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety, and regulatory compliance
Essential Skills & Experience
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Previous hands-on aircraft engineering or mechanical maintenance experience
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Strong engineering knowledge and fault diagnostic capability
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Experience working within safety-critical or regulated maintenance environments
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Ability to lead, influence, and support maintenance personnel
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Strong communication, organisational, and time management skills
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Commitment to high standards of safety, quality, and professional conduct
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Eligible to obtain and maintain BPSS and SC Security Clearance
Qualifications
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Completion of a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship, ideally Aeronautical Engineering or military equivalent
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City & Guilds 2675 Aeronautical Engineering & Maintenance or NVQ Level 3 in an Aeronautical discipline
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Aircraft platform training relevant to the fleet
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Trade Principles training
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Good IT competency
Working Environment
Located on the Isle of Anglesey, RAF Valley offers the opportunity to work in a unique coastal setting while supporting one of the UK's most important military aviation programmes.
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Military aviation and aircraft depth maintenance environment
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Structured engineering team supporting operational aircraft maintenance activities
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Strong engineering culture with ongoing development opportunities
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Excellent opportunity to develop supervisory and technical leadership experience within a highly respected aviation programme
Key Information
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Location: RAF Valley, Isle of Anglesey
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Contract Type: Permanent
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Aircraft: Hawk
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Environment: Military Aviation / Aircraft Depth Maintenance
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Security Clearance: BPSS and SC eligibility required
Ready for Your Next Step?
This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled aviation professional looking to progress into a supervisory role within a dynamic and safety-critical military aviation environment.
Whether you're an experienced aircraft engineer ready to step into leadership or an existing supervisor looking for a new challenge within military aviation, we'd be interested in hearing from you.
If you are interested, please send a CV to [email protected] or apply directly!
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