B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Airbus Helicopter Airframe & Mechanical Systems Specialist)

Job Purpose

We are seeking a B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Airbus Helicopter Airframe & Mechanical Systems Specialist) to join our engineering team. The role is responsible for the safe, compliant maintenance, troubleshooting and certification of airframe and mechanical systems on Airbus helicopter platforms. The successful candidate will apply practical mechanical expertise to maintain airworthiness, support line and base maintenance activities, and ensure all work is completed to regulatory standards and company procedures.

Key Responsibilities

1. Maintenance & Certification

• Carry out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, repairs and modifications to airframe and mechanical systems in accordance with the approved maintenance organisation exposition (MOE) and regulatory requirements.

• Certify aircraft and components using appropriate release-to-service documentation and logbook entries, ensuring accuracy and traceability of maintenance records.

• Ensure continued airworthiness by following manufacturer’s maintenance data, service bulletins, airworthiness directives and engineering approvals where required.

2. Troubleshooting & Technical Support

• Diagnose and rectify mechanical and structural faults using standard fault‑finding methodologies, tooling and diagnostic equipment specific to Airbus helicopter airframe and mechanical systems.

• Provide technical support to flight crews and operations teams regarding defect status, operational limitations and rectification plans.

• Collaborate with component repair centres, engineering and suppliers to resolve complex or recurring defects and implement corrective actions.

3. Line & Base Maintenance Activities

• Perform line maintenance duties including daily checks, defect rectification and routine servicing at operational bases and during deployments.

• Support base maintenance tasks such as major inspections, structural repairs, component removal/installation and rigging under appropriate supervision or approval.

• Plan and prioritise work to meet operational schedules while maintaining safety and compliance with maintenance procedures.

4. Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Adhere to and promote safety management system (SMS) processes, risk assessments, toolbox talks and safe working practices at all times.

• Maintain high standards of workmanship, quality control and configuration management in line with company procedures and regulatory expectations.

• Participate in internal and external audits, provide evidence of compliance and support corrective action implementation where required.

5. Documentation & Continuous Improvement

• Keep accurate technical records, logbook entries and defect reports; ensure timely submission of maintenance paperwork and electronic records.

• Contribute to the development and revision of maintenance procedures, checklists and work packs to improve efficiency and safety.

• Share knowledge and best practice with colleagues, support apprentice training and participate in competence development activities.

Required Skills & Experience

• Current B1 Aircraft Maintenance Licence issued by the appropriate national aviation authority with Airbus helicopter airframe/mechanical systems type experience.

• Proven experience working on Airbus helicopter airframe, flight control, rotor, transmission and mechanical systems in line and/or base maintenance environments.

• Strong practical knowledge of airframe structures, flight control rigging, hydraulic systems, landing gear, rotor head components, gearboxes and mechanical power transmission systems.

• Competence in the use of mechanical test equipment, precision measuring instruments, torque tools and non‑destructive inspection methods.

• Familiarity with airworthiness legislation, maintenance data (MRB/AMP), service bulletins and airworthiness directives relevant to rotorcraft mechanical and structural systems.

• Good understanding of materials, fastening methods, bolting, bearings, lubrication practices and safe handling of components.

• Strong attention to detail, problem‑solving skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet operational demands.

• Effective communication and teamwork skills with the ability to liaise with flight crews, engineering, suppliers and support staff.

Qualifications

• B1 Aircraft Maintenance Licence with relevant Airbus helicopter airframe/mechanical type experience (essential).

• Relevant technical qualifications in mechanical or aircraft maintenance (NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC/HND or equivalent) are desirable.

• Additional manufacturer or supplier training (e.g. rotor head, gearbox, hydraulic system courses) will be advantageous.

Minimum Requirement

Minimum 3 years post‑licence experience on Airbus helicopter airframe and mechanical systems or an equivalent demonstrable background in rotorcraft mechanical maintenance, including hands‑on fault diagnosis and certification experience.