Job Title: Seat Repair Technician
Location: Saffron Walden (soon to be relocating to Braintree)
Employment Type: Permanent
Shifts: Monday- Friday 8:00 – 16:30
Benefits:
- Annual Profit Share Scheme
- Overtime paid at 1.5 times hourly rate
- 31 days holiday including Bank Holidays
- 40-hour week Monday to Friday
- Working hours: 8:00-16:30
- Nationally recognised Training provided and career development opportunities
- Company Uniform Provided and all necessary PPE
- Employee Assistance Programme
About the Role
The role holder will report to the Mechanical, Seat and Cargo Bay Team Leader and the primary purpose of the job will be the disassembly, cleaning, inspection, repair, part replacement and re-assembly of aircraft seats.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect incoming components to assess repair needs and utilize SRM, AMM, and CMM to identify suitable repair solutions.
- Prepare repair scope reports and generate BOM for procurement, ensuring supplier compliance for spares and consumables before purchase.
- Certify and release completed repairs in accordance with assigned ratings, contractual obligations, and CAAS regulations.
- Conduct final inspections and issue ARC for components being returned to service.
- Maintain precise documentation of all maintenance work, ensuring proper handling, preservation, and storage of components throughout the repair process.
- Support First Article development for Part 145 projects and ensure workshop compliance with 5S and EHS standards.
- Track and manage the calibration of tools and equipment to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with procurement and logistics teams to manage part sourcing, ensuring timely availability of spares for ongoing and future projects.
Candidate Requirements
- Extensive experience as a C6 qualified Seat Repair Technician
- Supervisory experience
- Experience in trimming and upholstery in aviation or automotive
- Understanding of commercial aerospace working practices
- Right to work in the UK
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
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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