Unlicenced Mechanic/Technician
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Position Overview & Specifications
The Aircraft Technician is responsible for the safe repair of Aircraft undergoing maintenance and under the control of Exeter Aerospace.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure that all work and duties assigned are completed in a timely and professional manner to ensure that the out date of the aircraft is maintained and also to maximise output.
- Ensure that all work done is signed for as required on an ongoing basis using the approved Data.
- Ensure that Documents being used are correct and up to date.
- Ensuring that any printed documentation, other than tasks cards, is disposed of once the task is completed.
- Maintain an excellent timekeeping and attendance record in line with company procedures.
- Ensure all materials used in the carrying out of a task are recorded both for Commercial and Recording purposes.
- Account for all material ordered out from stores by returning on an ongoing basis unused material or recording used material against the relevant task card.
- Assist with Audit finding corrective actions when required.
- Ensure proper use of all personal protective clothing and equipment as required and provided.
- Verify that test equipment used is within calibration date.
- Assist with development of new processes and or component capability.
- Report any technical or airworthiness or Safety issues to the Check Manager.
- Be prepared to undertake other duties as may be reasonably assigned by the Company from time to time
Core Competencies:
- Have served a recognised apprenticeship or Trainee program
. • Competence in the working on and repairing of Aircraft and its systems. .
- Display a good working knowledge of technical matters relevant to the activities of the Business Unit.
- Ability to interpret and apply requirements of maintenance manuals, engineering drawings, instructions, service bulletins and task-cards.
- A good standard of communication and interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to adapt to change and work as part of a team.
- Basic computer literacy and willingness to learn and implement new systems and procedures in line with Company objectives.
- Possess a common sense and flexible approach to changing priorities and customer demands at short notice.
- A full understanding of the Company MOE and Procedures Manual.
Must have the Right to live and work in the UK.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Aerospace & Defence
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Unlicenced Mechanic/Technician roles across Dublin Aerospace's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Aerospace & Defence.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £43,772 - £71,050 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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