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B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer

MPI Limited
· posted 14 August 2026
Job type
full time
Location
Gwynedd
Category
Automotive/Aerospace
MPI have a requirement for a B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer to work on site in a permanent role at RAF Valley. Candidates must hold a CAA B1.1 Aircraft Maintenance License Rate of pay to be discussed on application Early and late shift pattern Monday to Friday Summary Self-motivated individual supporting Line and Base maintenance, supervising Technicians and demonstrate a flexible working attitude in a fast-changing environment. Qualifications & Experience Essential experience: · Experience of working in a UK CAA Part 145 environment. · Experience of supervising staff. · Experience of working and certifying maintenance within Line and Base maintenance. · Experience of working closely with multi-site teams, building relationships and leveraging them to deliver outstanding performance in a highly regulated environment. Desirable Experience: · Proficiency in use of common software packages including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio, Power BI, Microsoft Project Essential Qualifications: · UK CAA Part 66 B1 Licence · Ability to acquire UK security clearance. · Full UK driving licence Desirable Qualifications: · UK CAA Part 66 License C Rating · Initial Human factors · Current SMS training · Current EWIS training · Current Fuel Tank Safety Training · Holds Type Approval on Company aircraft. Roles & Responsibilities · Carry out and certify routine and non-routine maintenance including defect rectification within the line and base maintenance environment, working within both the CAA & MAA Regularity requirements. · Updating maintenance records within the company’s maintenance information software. · Supervising and monitoring the performance of engineering staff (Technicians), providing guidance when appropriate. · Support Company operations, as required. · Promote, endorse, and comply the company’s Quality and Health & Safety procedure. The above is not an exhaustive list and you may be expected to perform additional duties that fall within your skill and competence. Essential Competencies · Detailed knowledge of UK CAA Part 145 regulations with working practices and acceptable means of compliance within an Aircraft Maintenance Environment. · Detailed knowledge of Aviation Safety Management Systems (SMS). · Understanding of UK CAA Part CAMO regulations. · Understanding of UK CAA CAP 562 Leaflet B-40 CAA Oversight of Military Registered Aircraft (COMRA) – Policy and Principles. · Understanding of MAA regulations. · Enjoy working both indoors and outdoors, as well as in all types of weather conditions. · Fluent, both written and verbal, in English Essential Behaviours · Strong team-working skills fostering a positive culture and delivering continuous improvement. · Team player with excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, sharing knowledge and best practice to support the development of those around you. · Able to take ownership of tasks and use initiative to solve problems, exercising appropriate level of judgement regarding sensitivity and confidentiality. · Able to work well as part of a diverse team, as well as autonomously to deliver on expectations. · Proactive and solution orientated, being a source of inspiration to others to engage and involve
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