Mechanical Technician - Early Rectification

Mechanical Technician (B3T) – Heavy Rectification

Location: RAF Valley, Isle of Anglesey
Position: Permanent
Salary: £31,574.97 per annum + £3,978 shift allowance
Reference: SF72169/ SF65656

Overview

Morson Edge is supporting a major defence aviation programme in the recruitment of a Mechanical Technician (B3T) to support Hawk fast jet aircraft rectification and maintenance operations at RAF Valley.

This role focuses on aircraft rectification and maintenance activities within a dynamic operational environment, ensuring aircraft are maintained, prepared, and available to meet daily flying and training requirements.

The successful candidate will undertake maintenance and diagnostic activities on aircraft and aircraft components, working independently to approved technical data while supporting team objectives and maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and airworthiness.

Why RAF Valley?

• Permanent opportunity within a military aviation environment
• Support the UK's fast jet training programme
• Gain hands-on experience on Hawk aircraft
• Work within a highly skilled and supportive engineering team
• Develop technical expertise in aircraft maintenance and fault diagnosis
• Operational aviation environment supporting frontline pilot training
• Unique coastal location offering excellent work-life balance

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake maintenance and diagnostic activities on aircraft and aircraft components
• Carry out scheduled maintenance, inspections, repairs, modifications, and fault rectification activities
• Support component removals, replacements, and functional/system testing
• Analyse and diagnose faults on aircraft systems and assemblies
• Apply diagnostic knowledge to support repairs and maintenance improvements
• Ensure maintenance activities are completed in line with operational schedules
• Escalate technical or maintenance issues where required
• Maintain personal task competencies and approved authorisations
• Support compliance activities including tooling and test equipment control
• Maintain personal logbook to demonstrate currency and recency requirements
• Demonstrate a proactive and flexible approach within an operational maintenance environment

Requirements

• Previous aircraft maintenance experience within an operational aviation environment
• Strong understanding of approved technical information and maintenance instructions
• Ability to analyse and diagnose faults across aircraft systems and components
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Computer literate with experience of maintenance documentation systems
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and professional standards

Qualifications

• Completion of an Engineering Apprenticeship, ideally Aeronautical Engineering or recognised military equivalent
• City & Guilds 2675 Aeronautical Engineering & Maintenance or NVQ Level 3 in an Aeronautical discipline
• Trade Principles training
• Aircraft platform training relevant to the role
• Candidates progressing through the B3(T) pathway will also be considered

Working Environment

• Operational fast jet maintenance environment
• Hawk aircraft maintenance and rectification activities
• Structured engineering team supporting daily aircraft availability
• Safety-critical military aviation programme
• Ongoing opportunities for technical development and progression

Key Information

• Role: Mechanical Technician (B3T) – Early Rectification
• Location: RAF Valley, Isle of Anglesey
• Salary: £31,574.97 per annum
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Aircraft: Hawk
• Environment: Military Aviation / Fast Jet Operations/ Heavy Rectification
• Security Clearance: BPSS and SC eligibility required

Ready for Your Next Move?

This is an excellent opportunity for an aircraft maintenance professional looking to develop their career within a respected military aviation environment, supporting operational aircraft and the UK's fast jet training capability.

Whether you're an experienced aircraft technician or progressing through the B3(T) pathway, we'd be interested in hearing from you.

If you are interested, please send a CV to or apply directly!