MPI are looking for permanent aircraft Mechanical Technicians to work within a workshop environment within the seat bay department.

Our client provides component repairs to a wide range of commercial aircraft operators including Boeing, Airbus, Embraer, ATR and Bombardier. Created with the vision of innovating and improving the reliability of aircraft components to reduce costs and adding value. Based in Saffron Walden, England and Waterford, Ireland, our client has ambitious growth plans which involve recruiting, developing and retaining the best engineering talent.

THE POSITION

We are seeking a full time Mechanical Technician to join our Seat Bay team based in Wendens Ambo, near Saffron Walden. The role holder will report to the Mechanical, Seat and Cargo Bay Team Leader and the primary purpose of the job will be the disassembly, cleaning, inspection, repair, part replacement and re-assembly of aircraft seats in order to reduce costs and add value to our customers.

MAIN JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Inspection and diagnosis of seat repairs and parts replacement requirements

· Disassembly and cleaning of aircraft seat sets

· Repair and parts replacement of aircraft seats

· Reassembly of aircraft seat sets to required standards and timeframe

· Work in accordance with technical publications

· Correlate all work carried out in accordance with part 145 requirements.

· Adheres to all Company standard operating procedures

· Adheres to all health and safety procedures

· Meets workshop quality and housekeeping standards

· Ensures all activity and works delivered meets the Company quality standards

· Ensures all administration and systems inputs meets agreed standards

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Ideally, the successful candidate will be an experienced Mechanical Technician, ideally with specific experience in trimming and upholstery in aviation or motor manufacturing. You will also have an understanding of technical publications and knowledge of Commercial Aerospace working practices. A recognised engineering qualification such as BTEC, BNC, ONC or HNC/HND is desirable but not essential. IT literate with the ability to use Word and Excel and a willingness to learn an industry software package (Aerotrac). The individual will be a team player, willing to learn, disciplined, with an eye for detail and a self-starter. There is a “one team” spirit at CRS Technics relying on every Team Member to pull together.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

· Competitive Salary

· Annual Profit Share Scheme

· Overtime paid at 1.5 times hourly rate

· 29 days holiday including Bank Holidays

· 40-hour week Monday to Friday

· Working hours: 8:00-16:30

· Nationally recognised Training provided and career development opportunities

· Company Uniform Provided and all necessary PPE

· Employee Assistance Programme

For futher information or to be submitted please contact Sue.

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