Job Description:
B1 & B2 Licensed Engineers
At Airbus Helicopters UK, we are the backbone of Britain’s civil helicopter hub. AHUK delivers expert maintenance and bespoke completions on a broad range of Airbus Helicopter types. We partner with Corporate, Air Ambulance, Police, Military and Utility customers, AHUK is also proud to be the chosen maintenance provider for the No.1 Flying Training School, the rotary element of the UK Military Flight Training System (MFTS). AHUK specialises in delivering critical maintenance support for missions that save lives and protect communities.
We are looking for professional B1 and B2 Licensed Engineers to maintain our high standards of safety and operational excellence.
Location: Your Career, Your Base
London Oxford Airport (Kidlington): Our headquarters and Civil MRO hub .
The best of City & Country: Moments from Oxford’s world-class dining, culture, and historic energy, with the scenic Cotswolds countryside just around the corner.
Great Connectivity: Fast, regular train links straight into central London and across the Thames Valley.
An Unbeatable Lifestyle: Vibrant market towns, welcoming communities, and plenty of green open space to recharge.
RAF Shawbury (Shropshire) : Supporting the MFTS fleet.
The Best of Heritage & Country: Minutes from Shrewsbury’s historic medieval streets, independent dining, and river loops, with the rugged Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty right on your doorstep.
Great Connectivity: Direct rail routes into Birmingham, Chester, and Manchester, with seamless links across the Midlands and the Welsh Marches.
An Unbeatable Lifestyle: Vibrant historic market towns, outstanding local schools, safe communities, and miles of rolling countryside to recharge.
RAF Valley (Anglesey) : Supporting the MFTS fleet.
The Best of Coast & Peak: Surrounded by Anglesey’s pristine Blue Flag beaches, dramatic cliffs, and coastal paths, with the sweeping peaks of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park just across the Menai Strait.
Great Connectivity: Direct rail and road corridors via the A55 express route, linking seamlessly along the North Wales coast to Chester, Liverpool, and Manchester, plus daily ferry connections to Dublin.
An Unbeatable Lifestyle: A haven for water sports, mountain hiking, and wildlife, supported by friendly coastal villages, great local seafood, and an exceptional outdoor work-life balance.
Compensation: Brand New Competitive Salary & Career Scale
At Airbus Helicopters UK, we have launched a brand new, highly competitive, and transparent pay structure. Built to recognise your expertise, commitment, and location. This industry-leading framework is designed to reward you from day one while providing a clear, continuous path for salary and career progression with AHUK
Progressive Base Pay : A tiered salary structure that increases based on your qualifications, with dedicated pay increments for every useful type rating held (up to 4 types) and additional premium reward for dual-licensed B1/B2 Engineers.
Clear Progression Pathways (5 Tiered Career Levels) : We map your advancement through five structured tiers of technical expertise, with salary progression directly linked to your growing competencies and authorisations:
- Licence Without Type
- Certifying Engineer
- Multi-Type Engineer
- Specialist Engineer
- Technical Expert
Role-Specific Allowances: Opportunity to boost your earnings through dedicated responsibilities, such as a C Rating or Crew Chief allowance.
Site-Specific Aviation Skills Premium: A targeted annual premium applied across our Oxford, Shawbury, and Valley sites, recognising and rewarding the specialised skills required in these key operational regions.
Additional Uplifts : A 7.5% shift allowance (where applicable) on your base salary.
The Reward: Why Join Airbus?
We offer a competitive base salary and a robust suite of benefits designed to support your health, wealth, and lifestyle:
Joining Bonus: To recognise the value of your CAA…