103 Aviation jobs in Feltham

Lead Engineer - Aerospace / Mechanical

Location: Hayes, UK (Hybrid)

Type: Permanent

Salary: 50-54k

We're seeking an experienced Lead Engineer to take ownership of a landing gear product line or technical projects, acting as the main point of contact for all engineering matters. You'll lead projects from concept to completion, support customer needs, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

What you'll do:

• Own and manage all technical aspects of your product line.

• Lead engineering projects, ensuring delivery on time, to spec, and within budget.

• Support sales with technical input, pricing, and proposals.

• Analyse technical data and manage customer-driven changes.

• Collaborate with global teams and share best practices.

What we're looking for:

• Degree in Aeronautical/Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience).

• Proven track record in delivering technical projects in aviation/aerospace.

• Knowledge of landing gear systems (preferred) or complex technical data analysis skills.

• Familiarity with AMM/IPC/CMM, MRP/SERP (e.g. SAP/AMOS).

• Understanding of EASA Part 21J/21G/145.

• Strong communication and customer engagement skills.

Why join us?

• Hybrid working.

• Competitive salary.

• Opportunity to lead projects with real impact in the aerospace industry.

• Fantastic employee benefits including medical insurance and discounted flights!

Apply now with your CV and take the next step in your engineering career.

Lead Engineer - Landing Gear - Aviation

Location: Hayes, UK

About the Role

A unique opportunity has arisen for a highly capable Lead Engineer to join a specialist Product Engineering team, focusing on landing gear systems. This role is central to the technical leadership of specific landing gear products and engineering projects, acting as the primary point of contact for all related technical matters.

The successful candidate will oversee project delivery, ensure engineering readiness, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance both engineering systems and overall business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the technical lead for a designated landing gear product line.
• Support new customer development and contribute to technical aspects of the sales process.
• Lead cost base development , including Service Bulletin and Service Letter costing and charging.
• Maintain and analyse product standards and performance trends.
• Validate customer specifications and ensure engineering teams are equipped for task execution.
• Serve as a technical escalation point for internal departments.
• Drive technical projects from concept to completion:
• Develop work breakdown structures, business cases, and risk assessments.
• Manage schedules and critical paths.
• Collaborate across multiple sites to share best practices and technical expertise.
• Build and maintain a robust technical knowledge base for legacy, current, and future landing gear types.
• Create detailed project plans and tracking systems.
• Communicate project objectives clearly across all levels of the organisation.

Essential Criteria - Landing Gear Expertise

• In-depth understanding of landing gear systems , including their mechanical, hydraulic, and structural components.
• Proven ability to interpret and distil complex technical data related to landing gear performance, maintenance, and compliance.
• Familiarity with aircraft documentation systems (AMM, IPC, CMM) and their integration within MRP/SERP platforms (e.g., SAP, AMOS).
• Experience working within EASA-approved environments (21J, 21G, 145), with a strong grasp of airworthiness regulations.
• Ability to lead investigations into landing gear issues and translate findings into actionable engineering solutions.

Education & Qualifications

• Degree in Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering preferred; Mechanical Engineering disciplines considered.
• LEAN qualification desirable.
• Project Management certification (e.g., Prince2, PMP) advantageous; demonstrable project management skills essential.
• Additional language skills (German/French) beneficial but not required.

Experience & Skills

• Significant aerospace experience, ideally within an MRO environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in SAP Engineering systems and MRO processes.
• Experience managing cross-functional project teams (no direct reports).

Additional Information

• Must have the right to live and work in the UK without restriction.
• Mandatory training will be provided.

If you are a technically adept engineer with a passion for landing gear systems and a drive for excellence, this is a compelling opportunity to lead impactful engineering projects in a high-performance environment

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

You'll be responsible for driving change across systems, mechanical and engineering design teams within this highly successful aerospace engineering company

This requires an energising and challenging maverick not afraid of questioning well established and proven practices of long standing technical experts

You need a proven track record of managing technical staff through changes, capable of shaping teams into new ways of thinking to solve ever greater technical challenges in an aerospace environment

Your academic background will be in mechanical, aerospace engineering or similar technical subject and probably Chartered

Above all, you need to be an energising leader of people.

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• Lead and contribute to design activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.
• Address certification and integration issues relating to electrical and avionics systems changes.
• Conduct certification activities, including on-wing test witnessing.
• Prepare and review engineering documentation such as:
  • Wiring diagrams and harness fabrication drawings
  • Installation drawings and wire routing
  • Service Bulletins and accomplishment instructions
  • Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA) including wiring diagram and schematic manuals, EWIS assessments
• Compile and check compliance documentation including electrical load analysis, test plans/reports, safety assessments, equipment qualification and certification programmes.
• Represent the organisation at technical meetings (ITCM, PDR, CDR, FAI) and provide on-site support during project embodiment.
• Support the mentoring and development of less experienced engineers.

• Degree in Electrical / Avionics Engineering, Aerospace or Aeronautical Engineering.
• At least 3 years' experience within an EASA Part 21J Design Organisation (or equivalent).
• Strong working knowledge of EASA regulatory and airworthiness requirements, including (E)TSO, CS-25, JAR-25, FAR-25.
• Experience with aircraft interior and/or avionics modifications.
• Proven track record working on large and complex aircraft modification projects.
• Ability to manage multiple programmes, prioritise workloads and adapt to changing demands.
• High attention to detail, strong professional integrity, and collaborative working style.

• Previous or current appointment as an EASA Compliance Verification Engineer (CVE).
• Experience navigating OEM data systems.
• Background in mentoring junior engineers.

• Candidates must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application.
• No visa sponsorship is available.
• Relocation assistance is not offered for this role.

• Lead and contribute to the design of electrical and avionic systems for aircraft modifications.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including on-wing test witnessing.
• Produce and check technical documentation such as wiring diagrams, installation drawings, service bulletins, and ICA supplements.
• Compile and review certification documents, including load analysis, compliance statements, and system safety reports.
• Represent the company in design and customer meetings (ITCM, PDR, CDR, FAI).
• Provide on-site support during project embodiment phases.
• Collaborate with global engineering teams across multiple time zones.

• Degree in Electrical/Avionics, Aerospace or Aeronautical Engineering.
• At least 5 years' experience in an EASA Design Organisation (or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of EASA CS-25/JAR-25/FAR-25 regulations for electrical/avionics systems.
• Experience in large and complex aircraft modification projects.
• Previous or current Compliance Verification Engineer (CVE) status is advantageous.
• Skilled in prioritising multiple programmes and mentoring junior engineers.

• Occasional national and international travel required.
• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
• No visa sponsorship available.

Freightserve recruitment are looking for a Night Shift Aerospace Controller for a Freight Forwarder. The company is based in the Heathrow area.

Duties:-

• Dealing with all Aerospace export shipments (start to finish)

• Completing all Air Export documentation

• Customs entries

• Dealing with Airlines and Handling agents

• Track and Trace all Time sensitive shipments

• Customer Services (Highest level)

• Work closely with Internal departments including; Transport and Warehouse

Knowledge Needed:-

• Air Export experience

• Customs entry knowledge

Working hours are 4 nights on 4 nights off 7pm - 7am or 6pm - 6am

As an agency we are fast becoming the number one Freight specialist in the UK. We have a fast growing reputation with most Freight related companies. Freightserve has been established since 1992 working within the Freight Forwarding and Shipping industry.

Are you an experienced GSE/HGV tech looking for a new challenge? We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented professional to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with the Workshop Supervisor to ensure the maintenance and repair of vehicles and plant equipment to the highest standard.

Roles and Responsbilities

• Repair vehicles and plants as requested by the Workshop Supervisor
li>Carry out inspections, brake and smoke tests and show all defects to the Workshop Supervisor before commencing with any repairs or booking out any parts
• Diagnose and inform the Workshop Supervisor of all work and parts required before commencing job
• Job card/inspection sheet must be completed correctly to current point of repair and handed to the Workshop Supervisor at the end of each day’s shift.  All non-productive time is also to be added to the correct job card for authorisation by the Workshop Supervisor
Label parts and put them onto correct shelves, e.g. warranty or exchange unit
• Quarantine, label and report all defective tooling immediately to the site Workshop Supervisor
• Report any defective items immediately to the Workshop Supervisor

Experience and Qualifications

• Motor Mechanics – LGV
< i>City & Guilds Level 3 in motor mechanics
• Forklift (desirable)
• Operational vehicle/logistical background
• Experience of working in a customer focused environment
• Experience in the vehicle maintenance sector

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 6% employer pension contribution
• 3X Salary Life Assurance
• Health Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Private medical insurance

Are you an experienced GSE/HGV tech looking for a new challenge? We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented professional to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with the Workshop Supervisor to ensure the maintenance and repair of vehicles and plant equipment to the highest standard.

Roles and Responsbilities

• Repair vehicles and plants as requested by the Workshop Supervisor
li>Carry out inspections, brake and smoke tests and show all defects to the Workshop Supervisor before commencing with any repairs or booking out any parts
• Diagnose and inform the Workshop Supervisor of all work and parts required before commencing job
• Job card/inspection sheet must be completed correctly to current point of repair and handed to the Workshop Supervisor at the end of each day’s shift.  All non-productive time is also to be added to the correct job card for authorisation by the Workshop Supervisor
Label parts and put them onto correct shelves, e.g. warranty or exchange unit
• Quarantine, label and report all defective tooling immediately to the site Workshop Supervisor
• Report any defective items immediately to the Workshop Supervisor

Experience and Qualifications

• Motor Mechanics – LGV
< i>City & Guilds Level 3 in motor mechanics
• Forklift (desirable)
• Operational vehicle/logistical background
• Experience of working in a customer focused environment
• Experience in the vehicle maintenance sector

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 6% employer pension contribution
• 3X Salary Life Assurance
• Health Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Private medical insurance

We are currently recruiting Aviation Security Officers to work at Farnborough Airport.

Full time permanent position - working 4 days on, 4 days off, 4 nights on.
£12.48 per hour

CTC and DBS checks required for all potential candidates.

Your Time at Work

Working in Farnborough Airport as part of a team to deliver great customer service and aviation security to all our customers. You will be part of a dynamic team responsible for aircraft protection, Aircraft Searches, baggage Search, passengers Search where required.

- Provide great customer service to passengers and customers
- Report all security incidents and concerns to the security supervisor
- Work positively and effectively with all team members and other airport and airline colleagues
- Comply with training, security regulations and G4S is company policies and procedures
- Work safely at all times and in line with G4S is safety standards, policies and procedures
- Always act professionally, dress smartly and be an excellent timekeeper
- Complete any reasonable tasks that are required by the company / Line manager.
- You will be an energetic and professional team player who can work to demanding timescales to ensure that flights depart on time. You will be provided with the necessary training and uniform so that you can confidently carry out the role in line with security regulations and G4S is company policies and procedures.

Our Perfect Worker

To be considered for employment with G4S in this role you must be able to meet the following minimum requirements:

- Unrestricted right to work full time in the UK for a minimum period of 12 months.
- Must be a UK resident for the last 3 years.
- Be fluent in spoken and written English.
- Good customer service/communicating skills.
- Must be able to pass the CRC check.
- Must be able to pass all required training.
- Have a five year checkable employment history or be able to produce documentary evidence of any period of unemployment, self- employment or full and part time education during that period.
- Physical requirements include being able to be on their feet for extended periods of time, plus being able to work in outdoor weather environments.

Key Information and Benefits

- Workplace pension scheme
- Life assurance benefit
- Contributory Healthcare Scheme
- Eye care vouchers
- Employee Discount Schemes
- Progression, training & development opportunities
- Refer a friend scheme
- Free uniform provided
- Overtime paid at normal rate

G4S is a recognised Disability Confident Leader Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We prioritise accessibility, support, and opportunity for all employees. Join our diverse and empowering team today!

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