MERITUS are recruiting for a B1 Licensed Engineer to join a leading rotary wing MRO organisation supporting defence and aviation operations across the UK on a critical aircraft maintenance programme.

B1 LICENSED ENGINEER (ROTORCRAFT) - INSIDE IR35 - £60 PER HOUR PAYE/£80.26 PER HOUR UMBRELLA - 6 months - SHAWBURY/OXFORD/RAF VALLEY - SINGLE STAGE FACE TO FACE INTERVIEW PROCESS - SECTOR: DEFENCE & AVIATION MRO

• Carry out certification of maintenance and repair activities across a fleet of Airbus Helicopters AS350, AS355, AS365, EC120, EC130, EC135, EC145 and EC155 platforms, ensuring continued airworthiness and safe operation of aircraft in line with UK CAA regulations.
• Lead and certify maintenance inspections and repairs as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor. This is a certifying role requiring a Part 66 B1.3 licence, with responsibility for ensuring all work meets Part 145, Part M and applicable regulatory standards.
• Provide hands on oversight of airframe, powerplant, mechanical and electrical systems maintenance, including replacement of avionics line replaceable units with appropriate functional testing and verification.
• Supervise maintenance fitters and support teams, ensuring high standards of workmanship, compliance, and safety across all maintenance activities. Support hangar operations including aircraft movement and general operational housekeeping.
• Act as a technical leader within the team, maintaining strong awareness of engine and airframe systems, specialised test equipment, and operational maintenance requirements.
• Work closely with engineering teams and supervisors to support efficient aircraft turnaround, defect rectification, and ongoing airworthiness management.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong leadership capability with the ability to guide and supervise engineering teams in a fast paced rotary wing MRO environment
• Sound working knowledge of UK CAA regulatory framework including Part 145 and Part M
• Experience working across rotary wing platforms, ideally Airbus Helicopters product range
• Ability to work independently and as part of a high performing engineering team
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across operational and technical stakeholders
• Flexible approach to operational demands and customer requirements in a defence aviation setting

Education, Qualifications or Training

Essential
EASA/UK CAA Part 66 B1.3 Licence

Desirable
Previous rotary wing experience across platforms
Type training on relevant aircraft will be provided where required

Responsibilities

• Deliver scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs across rotary wing aircraft in accordance with approved data and regulatory requirements
• Certify aircraft maintenance activities in line with Part 145 and company procedures
• Supervise and support licensed and unlicensed engineers within the hangar environment
• Ensure compliance with safety, airworthiness, and quality standards at all times
• Support operational delivery including aircraft movement, hangar organisation, and maintenance planning inputs