Avionic Supervisor

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Wattisham, Babergh, Suffolk, England, GBR
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The Role
Supervise aircraft technicians performing avionics and broader aircraft maintenance, including troubleshooting, repair, modification, assembly, and disassembly. Plan and distribute technical work, verify documentation and certification, ensure MAA Part 145 and safety compliance, mentor apprentices and team members, manage risks, support continuous improvement, and maintain delivery schedules. The role requires technical document interpretation, aviation maintenance knowledge, supervisory authorization, UK work authorization, and eligibility for UK Security Check clearance.
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At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place, we're on a mission to connect, protect, explore and inspire. From the sea bed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equality and inclusion are shared values. We're committed to fostering and environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with a great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
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 of the Avionic Supervisor position will form part of a Maintenance, Repair and Operations (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.
The role requires an individual with good communication skills, with the ability to distribute and sequence technical work requirements to their team, controlling demanding workloads, whilst delivering to a high standard, and maintaining schedule. The candidate must be capable of understanding and interpreting technical documents, drawings and associated publications. They must 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).
Basic Qualifications:
Fluent Written and Spoken English
Preferred Experience:
  • Recognised relevant trade apprenticeship or trade training equivalent.
  • Knowledge of general aircraft maintenance and processes applicable to the aviation environment (Human Factors, FOD control, tool control, health & safety & COSHH).
  • Experience in either commercial or defence would be considered.
  • Proficient computer skills, use of the Microsoft Office suite.
  • Be an effective team member displaying appropriate behaviours including Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

Responsibilities:
  • Deliver aircraft maintenance under Boeing's own MAA MRP Part 145 approval or under the approval of the MOD customer.
  • Assembly, disassembly, modification or repair of aircraft systems/structures/electronics/components. Upgrading aerospace 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 IAW 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 escalate emerging risks, issues and shortfalls in a timely manner.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement workshops and projects as required.
  • Where directed, exercise 100% oversight of work carried out by Boeing Apprentices or Trainees as well as Apprentice/Trainee mentoring.
  • Contribute positively to our open and honest reporting culture.

Avionic Supervisor
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. Will have a proven technical knowledge and the ability to supervise, plan, sequence, distribute and control technical work for a small group of aircraft technicians. Will be able to provide effective leadership, direction and guidance as and when required. Will ensure the standards/certification of all associated aircraft paperwork completed by their team has been completed IAW company procedures. Must hold or be able to obtain company supervisory authorisations on the aircraft type being worked on, independent inspections and fulfil their individual tasks within the scope of their authorisation. Will adopt a collaborative approach to their work and role model Airmanship, Husbandry and H&S practise within their teams.
Work Authorisation:
This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants.
Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.
Security Clearance:
This position requires the ability to obtain a UK security clearance (SC) for which UK residency is required. All information will be checked and verified.
Relocation:
This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 02, 2026
Export Control Details:
Non - US based job
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Security Clearance
This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)
Contingent Upon Program Award
The position is contingent upon program award
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.

Skills Required

  • Fluent written and spoken English
  • Current legal authorization to work immediately in the United Kingdom
  • Ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check (SC) clearance; UK residency is required
  • Recognized relevant trade apprenticeship or equivalent trade training
  • Knowledge of general aircraft maintenance and aviation processes, including Human Factors, FOD control, tool control, health and safety, and COSHH
  • Experience in commercial or defense aviation
  • Proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office experience
  • Proven technical knowledge and ability to supervise, plan, sequence, distribute, and control work for aircraft technicians
  • Ability to obtain company supervisory authorizations for the applicable aircraft type and perform independent inspections

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