Full job descriptionOur client is a leading international engineering and technology organisation that supports critical infrastructure, aviation, defence, and emergency service operations across the UK and beyond. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Avionics Engineer B2 to join the Aviation department based in Gloucestershire, supporting aircraft operations that deliver essential services across the UK.
This is your opportunity to work on advanced rotary aircraft platforms, applying your technical expertise to ensure aircraft remain safe, compliant, and operationally ready whenever they’re needed.
This is a permanent role with a salary banding of £75,000 to £77,000 with excellent benefits, the role is based onsite in Staverton, Gloucestershire.
The Role
As an Avionics Engineer B2, you’ll be responsible for the inspection, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of aircraft avionics and electrical systems. Working within a professional maintenance team, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining aircraft airworthiness while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
No two days are the same. You’ll be solving complex technical challenges, supporting operational priorities, and helping deliver exceptional service to customers in a fast-paced aviation environment.
Key Responsibilities
*Conduct planned line and base maintenance activities on rotary aircraft and avionics systems
*Diagnose, fault-find, and rectify avionics and electrical system defects
*Resolve deferred and carry-forward defects in accordance with approved maintenance procedures and Minimum Equipment List (MEL) requirements
*Support aircraft availability and airworthiness through effective maintenance and repair activities
*Ensure tools, equipment, materials, and technical publications are available and fit for purpose
*Complete maintenance documentation accurately and in accordance with regulatory requirements
*Work collaboratively with maintenance teams, supervisors, and customers
*Maintain the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance at all times
What We’re Looking For
Essential Experience
*Experience maintaining and repairing aircraft avionics systems within a line or base maintenance environment
*Strong avionics fault-finding and troubleshooting capability
*Knowledge of aviation maintenance practices, tooling control, and ground support equipment
*Understanding of aviation safety requirements and Safety Management Systems (SMS)
*Ability to produce accurate technical documentation and maintenance records
*Strong communication and teamworking skills
Essential Qualifications
*Valid CAA Part-66 B2 Aircraft Maintenance Licence (AML)
*Line and/or base maintenance avionics experience
*Full UK driving licence
Highly Desirable
*EC135 and/or H145 type ratings
*Rotary-wing aircraft maintenance experience
Security Requirements
Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) clearance.
Please note that certain roles may be subject to national security and trade control restrictions, which can impact eligibility based on nationality, citizenship, residency history, or place of birth.