B1/C Licensed Aircraft Engineer | B737NG & A320

Arden White Aerospace and Aviation Recruitment are currently working with a leading aviation organisation that is looking to recruit experienced B1/C Licensed Aircraft Engineers to join their growing maintenance operation in Teesside.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Licensed Aircraft Engineers with a strong base maintenance background and current type coverage on the Boeing 737NG, Airbus A320 CEO, Embraer 135/145 or ATR 42/72.

Multiple permanent opportunities are available, with requirements across 2026 and 2027.

The Role

As a B1/C Licensed Aircraft Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring aircraft maintenance is completed safely, compliantly and within the required timescales in accordance with approved maintenance data, regulatory requirements and company procedures.

The position combines B1 mechanical certification responsibilities with Category C base maintenance responsibilities, alongside the supervision and coordination of maintenance activities.

The positions are permanent, full time and based in Teesside, UK.

Applicants should hold a valid UK CAA and/or EASA Part 66 B1/C Licence with a current type rating on one or more of the following aircraft:

• Boeing 737NG
• Airbus A320 CEO
• Embraer 135/145
• ATR 42/72

Responsibilities

• Act as B1 Certifying Staff and Category C Certifying Staff in accordance with individual company authorisations.
• Carry out and certify aircraft maintenance within the privileges of your licence and authorisation.
• Support the successful delivery of scheduled base maintenance inputs.
• Supervise mechanical maintenance activities throughout aircraft maintenance checks.
• Exercise Category C privileges for the certification and release of aircraft following base maintenance.
• Allocate and coordinate work across maintenance personnel where required.
• Monitor maintenance progress and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required standard.
• Ensure maintenance is performed in accordance with approved maintenance data.
• Provide technical guidance and support to engineers and mechanics.
• Support aircraft defect investigation, troubleshooting and rectification.
• Ensure company procedures, regulatory requirements and the approved MOE are followed.
• Review completed maintenance work packages for accuracy and completeness.
• Identify errors, omissions and outstanding actions within maintenance documentation and ensure appropriate corrections are completed.
• Ensure required maintenance has been completed and appropriately certified prior to aircraft release.
• Liaise with CAMO, Quality, Planning, Technical Services and other operational departments.
• Support the management and rectification of deferred defects where applicable.
• Ensure maintenance records are completed clearly and accurately.
• Support Quality Auditors and internal and external compliance activities.
• Ensure tooling and equipment is used, controlled and maintained in accordance with approved procedures.
• Report maintenance occurrences, safety concerns and potential hazards through the appropriate reporting processes.
• Maintain and promote a positive Just Culture.
• Support continuous improvement and the application of Human Factors principles.
• Attend all required continuation, regulatory and aircraft specific training.

Person Specification

• Valid UK CAA and/or EASA Part 66 B1/C Licence.
• Current type rating on Boeing 737NG, Airbus A320 CEO, Embraer 135/145 or ATR 42/72.
• Previous Part 145 base maintenance experience.
• Supervisory experience running or supporting base maintenance checks.
• Experience operating within B1 and Category C privileges.
• Strong mechanical aircraft maintenance knowledge.
• Experience reviewing and controlling aircraft maintenance work packages.
• Strong troubleshooting and defect rectification capabilities.
• Good knowledge of Part 145 and Part 66 requirements.
• Knowledge of Part M/CAMO requirements.
• Understanding of Part 147 requirements.
• Ability to work effectively using approved maintenance data.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Human Factors qualified.
• EWIS qualified.
• Fuel Tank Safety / SFAR 88 qualified.

Apply Today: Our client is urgently looking to fill this position, so it won't be vacant for long! Arden White takes pride in the quality of service we offer our clients and candidates alike. Due to the high volume of applications, please assume that if you have not been contacted within 14 days, your application has been unsuccessful for this position. However, we will keep your details on file and contact you for future opportunities.

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Note: Arden White is acting as a recruitment agency for this position.