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RAF Aircraft Technician (Mechanical) - Level 3 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship

RAF
Pay: £15,670.00 - £53,197.00
Location: Yorkshire York United Kingdom
Category: Entry Level
Available from: Dec 2020
Finishes on: Ongoing Position
Type of work: Full Time, Indoor & Outdoor
Job reference: E03465784
2020-02-14 2020-12-02

Job Description

As an aircraft engineering specialist, Aircraft Technicians (Mechanical) carry out maintenance and repair work on the airframe and propulsion systems on RAF aircraft such as:




  • Engines.

  • Flying controls.

  • Hydraulics.

  • Air conditioning

  • Landing gear.

  • Fuel.



If you work on our helicopters, you may also check rotor blades, rotor heads and transmission systems and be involved in the adjustment, repair or replacement of any defective parts. All our aircraft get a full overhaul at regular intervals. When this happens, Aircraft Technicians (Mechanical) examine all the mechanical components, the structure of the aircraft, the engines and the associated electrical components that support these functions and you could examine test and repair equipment on everything from fast jets to air transport, helicopters and air to air refuelling aircraft. 



There are also opportunities to undertake instructional duties or expand your skills in the role of an Aircraft Ground Engineer who provide aircraft engineering support when the aircraft is deployed. In addition to the specialist work you will be trainied to undertake aircraft servicing work, preparing aircraft for flight and ensuring that they are fit for flight.


Personal Qualities :

Please view all of the information on the role page on the RAF Recruitment website.



Skills Required :

Please view all of the information on the role page on the RAF Recruitment website.



Future Prospects :

As your career progresses, you will continue to be trained in new skills and you will develop as a technician. You may be posted to a specialist area of employment, such as Non-Destructive Testing, Structural Repairs or working within a Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation. You could also have opportunities for management and leadership training. The qualifications and experience you will gain in your RAF career can be used as accreditation criteria for relevant civilian professional associations.


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