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🟢 Actively Hiring · Posted 24d ago ⏳ Closes in 67 days UK Corridor 🛡️ UK Work Eligibility 🏢 Company - Private

Unlicenced Mechanic/Technician

Salary Range
£43,772 - £71,050
£3,648 - £5,921 / mo

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Location Base
Exeter, England
Tier-1 UK Economic Zone
Est. Take-Home Pay
68% - 74% (After PAYE & NI)
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1.0 GBP ≈ $1.28 USD Living Standard
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Position Overview & Specifications

21/11/2022 Exeter Full-time

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

1

Application & Resume Screening

Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.

2

Technical & Competency Interviews

Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.

3

Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation

Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.

4

Onboarding & Corporate Integration

Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.

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Corridor Intelligence

Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:

🇬🇧 Skilled Worker Visa (Tier 2)

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.

🏛️ Settlement (ILR) Pathway

Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.

⚖️ Official regulatory reference: UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) & Home Office Sponsor Register.

Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Aerospace & Defence

Recruitment Insights

Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Unlicenced Mechanic/Technician roles across Dublin Aerospace's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:

1. Domain Competency

Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Aerospace & Defence.

2. Behavioral & Leadership

STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.

3. Compensation Alignment

Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £43,772 - £71,050 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.

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