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Mechanical Technician

Boeing · United Kingdom · Onsite · Contract

Salary: Competitive salary Boeing Defence United Kingdom is currently looking for a Mechanical Technician to join its MRO Team in RAF Odiham.The person chosen to fill this posit

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<p><p>Boeing Defence United Kingdom is currently looking for a Mechanical Technician to join its MRO Team in RAF Odiham.</p><p><p>The person chosen to fill this position will form part of an MRO modification, servicing and repair team. This person must have served a recognized relevant trade apprenticeship or trade training equivalent, and be proficient in the interpretation of engineering drawings, workbook instructions, and technical manuals. Must be knowledgeable in aspects of Ch47 aircraft maintenance, modification and repair to include skill and experience in both structural and mechanical system disciplines. Candidate must have knowledge of general aircraft maintenance and environment processes (FOD control, tool control, health & safety & COSHH</p><p><p>Successful candidates will conduct the assembly, disassembly, and modification or repair of Ch47 aircraft primary structures and complex aircraft systems to include; hydraulics, flight controls, and propulsion. They will also perform maintenance activities, fault diagnosis and disturbed system functional tests. This may be at multiple locations. They will work with their peers to perform tasks associated with aircraft safe handling, maintenance and flight servicing. Candidate will be responsible to ensure established process adherence, accurate and timely work recording and contractual/regulatory compliance.</p><p><p><b>This position requires the ability to obtain a UK security Clearance for which the UK Government requires UK Citizenship.</b></p><p><p><b>Position Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Performs the assembly, disassembly and modification of systems by conducting the change, removal, replacement or upgrade of aerospace vehicle components to correct failures or implement changes</li><li>Conducts assembly, disassembly or overhaul. Configures aerospace vehicles and bench test equipment</li><li>Proficient in troubleshooting of complex pneumatic, hydraulic and associated electrical systems to isolate mechanical or electrical faults and repair faulty components</li><li>Validates and verifies testing of systems and components. Documents procedures and established processes to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance (e.g. repairs test results applicable modifications and inspection results)</li><li>Can work with their peers to perform tasks associated with the safe handling of an aerospace vehicle (e.g. jacking towing system operations)</li><li>Able to provide mentoring to peers and others</li><li>Works under minimal direction</li></ul><p><p><b>Skills/Experience:</b></p><ul><li>Ideally you will have extensive experience working on Boeing Ch47 Aircraft and be familiar with Boeing specifications and drawings.</li><li>Have experience working within a team of aircraft technicians.</li><li>Ideally the candidate will have extensive experience working on Boeing Aircraft platforms and be familiar with Boeing specifications and drawing.</li><li>Vocational based trade training is essential</li></ul><p><p><b>Relocation:</b></p><p>This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.</p><p><p><b><b>Important information regarding this requisition: This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level. I<b>nformation provided will be checked and may be verified.</b></b></b></p><p>

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Boeing

<p>Boeing is the world's leading aerospace company and the largest manufacturer of commercial jetliners and military aircraft combined. Additionally, Boeing designs and manufactures rotorcraft, electronic and defense systems, missiles, satellites, launch vehicles and advanced information and communication systems. As a major service provider to NASA, Boeing operates the Space Shuttle and International Space Station. The company also provides numerous military and commercial airline support services. Boeing has customers in more than 90 countries around the world and is one of the largest U.S. exporters in terms of sales.<br /> <br /> Boeing has a long tradition of aerospace leadership and innovation. We continue to expand our product line and services to meet emerging customer needs. Our broad range of capabilities includes creating new, more efficient members of our commercial airplane family; integrating military platforms, defense systems and the warfighter through network-centric operations; creating advanced technology solutions that reach across business units; e-enabling airplanes and providing connectivity on moving platforms; and arranging financing solutions for our customers.<br /> <br /> Headquartered in Chicago, Boeing employs more than 170,000 people across the United States and in 70 countries. This represents one of the most diverse, talented and innovative workforces anywhere. More than 140,000 of our people hold college degrees--including nearly 35,000 advanced degrees--in virtually every business and technical field from approximately 2,700 colleges and universities worldwide. Our enterprise also leverages the talents of hundreds of thousands more skilled people working for Boeing suppliers worldwide.</p>

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