Weapons Supervisor

Job description

Weapons Supervisor

Would you like to play a key role in helping the RAF deliver capability worldwide? We currently have a vacancy for a Weapons Supervisor at our site in RAF Coningsby.

As a Weapons Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising the day to day components maintenance activities within the Maintenance Repair Organisation (MRO).

This role will provide you with the opportunity to work within a dynamic environment, managing a team working on a wide variety of tasks.

Your main responsibilities as a Weapons Supervisor will involve:

Undertaking the detailed maintenance, inspection and supervision activities on Aircraft Mechanical Components.

Assuring work carried out has been completed in accordance with the SOW/IMS work package using the relevant approved technical information.

Resolving faults and maintenance issues, including an awareness of configuration management.

Overseeing and instigating compliance support activities which are required to maintain compliance with the MOE and AMC procedures (e.g. oversight checks, control of tooling/test equipment etc.)

Demonstrating leadership and developing Team Members using formal assessment processes, e.g. PDR’s support and sponsor training requests including OJT & Assessment.

Your skills and qualifications as a Weapons Supervisor:

Essential:

City & Guilds Aeronautical Engineering/Engineering Apprenticeship (2675/2671) or equivalent qualification or experience

Recent experience employed as a Technician in an MRP Part 145 CMRO. (Component maintenance repair organisation) or equivalent

Experienced and competent leader at this level

Practical experience and expertise in the application of aviation safety standards and safe operating practices.

A working knowledge of MRP Part 145 Regulatory Governance.

Competent with MS Office Suite and IT Systems

Desirable:

Experience in Typhoon component maintenance

Knowledge of Maintenix software

What we're looking for in you:

You will be able to work effectively as part of a team, be able to adapt and have a natural ability for problem solving. You will be able to understand detail and challenge conventional thinking.

You will have the ability to lead others, to work collaboratively and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Location: RAF Coningsby

Salary: Competitive

Benefits: Our employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. We also offer a range of additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and many local and national employee discounts. Some employees may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

BAE Systems

BAE Systems is one of the world’s leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. We work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries.

BAE Systems Air

BAE Systems Air brings together the company’s international capabilities and expertise to respond to customers' current and future requirements and compete for international export and collaborative opportunities. In the UK, BAE Systems Air has an unrivalled track record and expertise in the development, delivery and support of military air platforms, components and technologies through Typhoon, F-35 Lightning II, Tornado and Hawk.

BAE Systems Air has the capability to provide customers with information superiority through the delivery of actionable intelligence and information, together with the provision of innovative information systems and services. Training is a key enabler to delivering military capability, and at BAE Systems we bring together our expertise in the analysis, design, build and delivery of training solutions into a powerful combination for our military customers around the world.

Working as an integral part of the team delivering information superiority and effective air power, our aim is to provide our customers with the capabilities and intelligence that really matters.

BAE Systems is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at BAE Systems, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.

Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation .