Maintenance Operations Shift Lead

At Boeing, we are all innovators on a mission to connect, protect, explore and inspire. From the seabed to outer space, you'll learn and grow, contributing to work that shapes the world. Find your future with us RAF Lossiemouth In 2017, the UK Ministry of Defence commissioned a new fleet of nine P-8A Poseidon Maritime Patrol (MPA). The P-8A MPA is based on a Boeing 737 modified with equipment to tackle a diverse range of missions, including protecting the Trident nuclear submarines and reconnaissance work far beyond UK territorial waters. The MPA Programme includes a 130m investment in creating a P-8A Strategic Facility at RAF Lossiemouth. The P-8A Strategic Facility itself will comprise Squadron accommodation, crew and maintainer training facilities, flight planning facilities, workshop areas and a three-bay aircraft hangar, and is 19 meters in height, 165 meters in length and 100 meters wide. The facility is part of a long-term partnering initiative between Boeing and the UK Government to advance growth and prosperity in the United Kingdom, which was announced at the 2016 Farnborough International Airshow. Boeing are now looking for high skilled aircraft maintenance professionals to support the aircraft from 2020. The role This position is a Team Leader role. The Shift Lead will lead a shift of P-8A maintenance supervisors and technicians working in support of Royal Air Force Maritime Patrol Aircraft Operations at RAF Lossiemouth and other operating bases such as RAF Kinloss and US Navy Station Jacksonville. This is a new position available in 2020, created by the rapid growth in our organisation to deliver maintenance at the P8 Strategic Facility in Lossiemouth. When the aircraft enter into service the successful applicant will perform aircraft maintenance and inspect the work of other Boeing employees both under Boeing's MAA MRP 145 and US Navy regulations. We are very keen to hear from aircraft Technicians with experience of certifying, supervising and performing aircraft maintenance from both the military and commercial aerospace environment. This is a permanent position and offers an excellent opportunity to join the world's largest aerospace company. The successful candidates will be knowledgeable in all aspects of aircraft maintenance, modification and repair to include skill and experience in either mechanical or avionic disciplines. Candidates will have knowledge of general aircraft maintenance and environment processes (FOD control, tool control, health & safety & COSHH. Key responsibilities: Lead and inspire a team Assembles disassembles and/or modifies systems by changing removing replacing or upgrading aerospace vehicle components to correct failures or implement changes. Oversees/completes assembly disassembly or overhaul. Configures aerospace vehicles and test equipment. Troubleshoots complex aircraft systems to isolate mechanical faults and repair faulty components within guidelines published in authorized maintenance documents. Performs validation/verification testing of systems and components. Documents procedures and established processes to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance (e.g. repairs test results applicable modifications and inspection results). Inspects components and verifies repairs for flight worthiness requirements. Proficient computer skills, use of the Microsoft Office suite. A high level of written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills are required. Planning and scheduling of maintenance tasks and allocation of tasks to allocated team Performance management of allocated team Supervising of Line duties such as pre-flight checks, refuelling and minor avionics, electrical and mechanical tasks Supervising of base maintenance in an aircraft hangar, when you'd do more stringent checks, fault diagnosis and repairs. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrate recent experience of leading an aircraft maintenance team on live aircraft Recognised apprenticeship scheme Demonstrate experience in the aircraft maintenance environment (Military or Civil) Leadership qualification Certification of aircraft maintenance SC Cleared ( or able to get SC Cleared All information will be checked and verified. Important information regarding this requisition: This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. CANDIDATES MUST HAVE CURRENT LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK IMMEDIATELY IN THE UNITED KINGDOM. BOEING WILL NOT ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN IMMIGRATION AND LABOR SPONSORSHIP FOR ANY APPLICANTS. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll. Relocation Assistance is not offered with this position Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.