About the Role
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Major UK programmes such as Apache, Chinook, C-17, P-8A and E7 Wedgetail are supported and delivered by Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) Ltd, a subsidiary of The Boeing Company. Employing more than 1,700 people, BDUK also provides engineering sustainment and support for aircraft in service with the UK armed forces, along with virtual and instructor‑led training. Leveraging our established defence business in the UK, and blending our local expertise with our ‘One Boeing’ global approach, BDUK is well positioned to support the UK with its current and future defence and security challenges.
The Role
The role of the Mechanical Supervisor position will form part of a Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) organisation within BDUK, working as part of a team in support of our key programmes. The individual will be responsible for ensuring established process adherence, accurate and timely work recording and contractual/regulatory compliance. Reporting to an Operations Lead, this role provides direct control, oversight, mentoring and is responsible for carrying out supervision of technicians in the execution of their maintenance activities. The candidate must possess a proven technical knowledge and the ability to supervise, plan, sequence, distribute and control technical work for a small group of aircraft technicians. They must also provide effective leadership, direction and guidance as and when required, ensure the standards and certification of all associated aircraft paperwork is completed per company procedures, hold or be able to obtain company supervisory authorisations on the aircraft type being worked on, perform independent inspections and fulfil their individual tasks within the scope of their authorisation. The individual should adopt a collaborative approach to their work and role‑model Airmanship, Husbandry and H&S practice within their teams. The role requires good communication skills, the ability to distribute and sequence technical work requirements to their team, control demanding workloads while delivering against a high standard and maintaining schedule, and the capability to understand and interpret technical documents, drawings and associated publications. They must also possess a working knowledge of MAA Regulatory Articles (RA), MAA Regulatory Publication (MRP) Part 145, aviation Quality Assurance (QA) and Safety Management System (SMS) and the application of these requirements within their area of responsibility, accountability and authority (RAA).
Responsibilities
- Deliver aircraft maintenance under Boeing’s own MAA MRP Part 145 approval or under the approval of the MOD customer.
- Assemble, disassemble and/or modify systems, changing, removing, replacing and/or upgrading aerospace vehicle components to correct failures or implement changes.
- Perform routine troubleshooting of complex aircraft systems, such as pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical/electronic, to isolate faults and repair faulty components in accordance with technical information published in authorised maintenance documents.
- Be flexible with work locations and work times to ensure aircraft are delivered on time to the customer.
- Provide advice, guidance and mentoring to peers and others appropriate to their role.
- Exercise, or work under appropriate supervision for the role.
- Mitigate immediate risks, including stop work, as well as escalating emerging risks, issues and shortfalls in a timely manner.
- Contribute to continuous improvement workshops and projects as required.
- When directed, exercise 100% oversight of work carried out by Boeing Apprentices or Trainees as well as mentoring those apprentices/trainees.
- Contribute positively to our open and honest reporting culture.
Additional Requirements
There is an expectation that successful candidates will be eligible to apply for a second signature on type within their first three months in the role.
Basic Qualifications
- Fluent written and spoken English.
Preferred Experience
- Recognised relevant trade apprenticeship or trade experience equivalent.
- Knowledge of general aircraft maintenance and processes applicable to the aviation environment, including Human Factors, FOD control, tool control, health & safety & COSHH.
- Experience in either commercial or defence aviation would be considered.
- Proficient computer skills, including the use of the Microsoft Office suite.
- Being an effective team member within an inclusive working culture.
Security Clearance
This position requires the ability to obtain a UK security clearance, for which the UK Government requires UK residency. The successful candidate will hold, or have the ability to obtain, SC clearance.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and annual incentive plans.
- Continuous learning – you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
- Success as defined by you – we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
- Excellent adoption and parental leave options.
- 23 days plus UK public holidays and a winter break between Christmas and New Year.
- Excellent pension plan.
- Discounted BUPA medical plan.
- Short‑term sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks.
- Long‑term sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from week 27.
- Four annual salary life insurance.
- Learning Together Programme to support your on‑going personal and career development.
- Access to Boeing’s Well‑Being Programs, tools and incentives.
Application Details
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 29, 2026.
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Shift: Shift Worker (United Kingdom).
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law. We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
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