Lead Engineer (Landing Gear Documentation/Traceability)

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Lead Engineer (Aircraft Landing Gear Documentation & Traceability) – West London.

Location: West London
Salary: £47,450 – £55,000

Strong benefits package and personal career advancement opportunities!

Main responsibilities

  • Lead and support a small team of documentation engineers and administrators, plus external partners
  • Oversee back-to-birth traceability of landing gear systems and components
  • Manage the creation, validation, and archiving of technical documentation
  • Ensure full traceability of life-limited parts, serialised components, and service history
  • Review and reconcile documentation from OEMs, MROs, and suppliers
  • Investigate and resolve documentation discrepancies and non‑conformities
  • Liaise with airlines, lessors, regulatory bodies, and internal stakeholders
  • Develop and implement best‑practice documentation standards and processes
  • Support lease transitions, redeliveries, and overhaul projects
  • Drive continuous improvement and digitalisation within records management
  • Prepare detailed BTB trace reports and present findings to stakeholders and customers

Ideal candidate profile

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in aircraft technical records or documentation engineering
  • Strong knowledge of landing gear systems and associated documentation requirements – ESSENTIAL
  • Proven experience with back‑to‑birth traceability
  • Familiarity with EASA / FAA regulations (Part 145, Part M, Part 21)
  • Experience supporting lease transitions, redeliveries, or major maintenance events
  • Experience using systems such as AMOS, TRAX, or similar
  • Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail
  • Ability to manage workload and priorities in a fast‑paced environment
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience with digital records system implementation
  • Knowledge of ProvenAir or similar documentation platforms
  • Background in continuous improvement or quality methodologies
  • Degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar (or equivalent experience)
  • Additional certifications in aviation records, compliance, or quality are advantageous
  • Applicants must already hold the right to live and work in the UK without any future need for sponsorship (sponsorships not provided)

Additional information

  • Office based with hybrid options
  • Occasional travel may be required
  • Free onsite parking
  • Competitive salary package
  • Discretionary bonus scheme
  • Discounted flight benefits
  • Reduced gym memberships, retail and hotel discounts
  • Seasonal company events

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Lead Engineer (Aircraft Landing Gear Documentation & Traceability) – West London.

Location: West LondonSalary: £47,450 – £55,000

Strong benefits package and personal career advancement opportunities!

Main responsibilities

  • Lead and support a small team of documentation engineers and administrators, plus external partners
  • Oversee back-to-birth traceability of landing gear systems and components
  • Manage the creation, validation, and archiving of technical documentation
  • Ensure full traceability of life-limited parts, serialised components, and service history
  • Review and reconcile documentation from OEMs, MROs, and suppliers
  • Investigate and resolve documentation discrepancies and non‑conformities
  • Liaise with airlines, lessors, regulatory bodies, and internal stakeholders
  • Develop and implement best‑practice documentation standards and processes
  • Support lease transitions, redeliveries, and overhaul projects
  • Drive continuous improvement and digitalisation within records management
  • Prepare detailed BTB trace reports and present findings to stakeholders and customers

Ideal candidate profile

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in aircraft technical records or documentation engineering
  • Strong knowledge of landing gear systems and associated documentation requirements – ESSENTIAL
  • Proven experience with back‑to‑birth traceability
  • Familiarity with EASA / FAA regulations (Part 145, Part M, Part 21)
  • Experience supporting lease transitions, redeliveries, or major maintenance events
  • Experience using systems such as AMOS, TRAX, or similar
  • Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail
  • Ability to manage workload and priorities in a fast‑paced environment
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience with digital records system implementation
  • Knowledge of ProvenAir or similar documentation platforms
  • Background in continuous improvement or quality methodologies
  • Degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar (or equivalent experience)
  • Additional certifications in aviation records, compliance, or quality are advantageous
  • Applicants must already hold the right to live and work in the UK without any future need for sponsorship (sponsorships not provided)

Additional information

  • Office based with hybrid options
  • Occasional travel may be required
  • Free onsite parking
  • Competitive salary package
  • Discretionary bonus scheme
  • Discounted flight benefits
  • Reduced gym memberships, retail and hotel discounts
  • Seasonal company events

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Posted: May 18th, 2026