The UK aviation sector presents a wide array of career options for skilled professionals. Roles span from aircraft maintenance engineers and pilots to air traffic controllers and aviation safety officers. The industry also includes airport operations management, logistics, and ground handling services.

There are openings in aircraft manufacturing and design, alongside positions in research and development related to aerospace technology. The aviation sector needs talent for cabin crew, flight dispatchers, and aviation security personnel. These jobs often require specialized training and qualifications.

This industry is supported by many administrative and management positions across airlines, airports, and regulatory bodies. Opportunities exist throughout the UK, including at major airport hubs and smaller regional locations. This sector is integral to the UK economy and international connectivity.
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453 Aviation jobs in the United Kingdom

Aviation Manager

  • Permanent
  • London, London London
  • Travel Trade Recruitment Limited

  •       Salary : £32000 - £40000 Annually
  • 06.06.2025
We have a fabulous opportunity for an experienced Aviation Manager from a Tour Operator background to join an established, successful Travel Company. You will be responsible for the daily operatio...

Architect - Aviation

  • Permanent, Contract
  • London, London London
  • Unify

  •       Salary : £30000 - £75000 Annually
  • 06.06.2025
Unify have partnered with an AJ100 architectural practice who are looking for Architects for an exciting aviation project. - Covering all RIBA stages and working as part of a highly collaborative ...

Aviation Manager

  • Full Time
  • EC1 London, London London
  • Travel Trade Recruitment Limited
  • Posted 1 day ago
We have a fabulous opportunity for an experienced Aviation Manager from a Tour Operator background to join an established, successful Travel Company. You will be responsible for the daily operatio...

Architect - Aviation

  • Full Time
  • EC1 London, London London
  • Unify
  • Posted 1 day ago
Unify have partnered with an AJ100 architectural practice who are looking for Architects for an exciting aviation project. - Covering all RIBA stages and working as part of a highly collaborative ...

Aviation Safety Manager

  • Contract
  • MPI Limited
  • 06.06.2025
Over View Our client are a dynamically growing company in the Air Chartering business with a diverse fleet operating worldwide. Our client is an international company offering exposure to various ...

Aviation Safety Manager

  • Contract
  • Stansted Mountfitchet, Eastern
  • MPI Limited
  • Posted 1 day ago
Over View Our client are a dynamically growing company in the Air Chartering business with a diverse fleet operating worldwide. Our client is an international company offering exposure to various ...

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Aviation Production Engineer

  • Contract
  • Moray, Scotland
  • Adecco
  • 07.06.2025
Job: Production Engineer Location: Lossiemouth, IV31 6SD Duration: 22 months Type: Contract paid via umbrlla Inside IR35 SC clearance is needed prior to applying for this role Position Overview: O...

Aviation Operations Manager

  • Permanent
  • Birmingham, West Midlands
  • Succeed Recruitment

  •       Salary : £40000 - £45000 Annually
  • 06.06.2025
We’re looking for an Aviation Operations Manager to join a leading Tour Operator. This is a fabulous opportunity in which the successful candidate will be responsible for all Aviation Projects, to...

Aviation Operations Manager

  • Permanent
  • Sands End, London London
  • Succeed Recruitment

  •       Salary : £40000 - £45000 Annually
  • 06.06.2025
We’re looking for an Aviation Operations Manager to join a leading Tour Operator. This is a fabulous opportunity in which the successful candidate will be responsible for all Aviation Projects, to...

Aviation Security Officer

  • Permanent
  • Ringway, North West
  • Staffline

  •       Salary : £12 Hourly
  • 06.06.2025
We are currently recruiting Aviation Security Officers to work at Manchester Airport . Part time permanent position - 12 hours per week - extras may be available to cover holiday and sickness £12....