Field Service Engineers – Mechanical

Company: Line Up Aviation
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Location: Slough
Job Description:

Field Service Engineers – Mechanical (BBBH18173) – Slough, England

Job Title: Field Service Engineers – Mechanical

Location: Slough/Poyle | Contract Type: Permanent Fulltime | Package: Competitive, plus OT

Working Hours: Mon – Fri 07:30–16:00

Additional Requirements:

  • Full UK Driving Licence (manual)
  • Right to work in the UK (sponsorship not available)

We are seeking skilled & experienced Field Service Mechanical Technicians to maintain, troubleshoot, and improve mechanical systems for airline tooling, including aircraft engine stands and ground support equipment. The role ensures the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of tooling critical to aircraft maintenance operations and involves visiting customer sites in and around London Heathrow Airport, Hampshire, and Kent.

Key Duties

  • Perform inspections, diagnostics, repairs, modifications, and preventive maintenance mainly on mechanical and hydraulic aeronautical tooling (lifting equipment, support tools, measuring tools, GSE).
  • Carry out technical expertise, functional tests, and load tests to validate the conformity of repaired equipment.
  • Establish diagnostic methods and propose repair solutions when standard procedures are not sufficient.
  • Dismantle, reassemble, adjust, and calibrate equipment, ensuring accuracy and compliance with technical standards.
  • Conduct quality control checks before shipment and prepare equipment for delivery to customers.
  • Perform on‑site interventions at customer locations (airlines, MROs, OEMs).
  • Ensure proper use of ERP and workshop documentation to track work progress and maintain records.

Principal Skills and Qualifications Required

  • Technical diploma or degree in mechanics (automotive, motorcycle, heavy vehicles, agricultural machinery, industrial mechanics, or equivalent).
  • Proven experience in mechanical repair and maintenance (hydraulic, pneumatic, or mechanical systems).
  • Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation.
  • Manual dexterity, precision, and a practical approach to problem‑solving.
  • Must be able to obtain an airside security pass and clear a DBS check, with a 5‑year checkable work history.

Preferred

  • Experience in an airline, MRO, or aerospace environment.
  • Knowledge and maintenance of GSE or lifting equipment.
  • Knowledge of regulatory standards (e.g., EASA Part 145).

Equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with applicable laws.

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Posted: May 26th, 2026