Aircraft Mechanical Supervisor (Hawk Programme - RAF Valley)


Company:	Morson Talent
Salary:	£34,703.20 - £34,703.20
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	LL65 3NY
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	22 Jul 2026
Closing date:	21 Aug 2026

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Summary

Aircraft Mechanical Supervisor

Location: RAF Valley, Isle of Anglesey

Position: Permanent

Salary: £ 34,703.20 + £3,978 shift allowance

Reference: SF66158

Overview

Morson Edge is supporting a leading defence aviation organisation in the recruitment of a Aircraft Mechanical Supervisor to support Hawk aircraft rectification and maintenance operations at RAF Valley.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced aircraft engineer or supervisor looking to combine hands-on engineering with leadership responsibility within a highly respected military aviation programme. You'll play a key role in supporting aircraft availability, maintaining technical standards, and leading maintenance activities within a safety-critical environment.

Why Apply?

• Permanent position supporting Hawk aircraft within a military aviation environment

• 4-day working week

• Opportunity to supervise and lead aircraft maintenance activities

• Support the RAF fast jet training programme

• Develop both technical and leadership experience

• Work within an operational aircraft maintenance environment at RAF Valley

Shift Pattern

• 36 hours per week

• Monday to Friday

• 06:00 – 13:45

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake and supervise aircraft depth maintenance and diagnostic activities

• Carry out inspections, repairs, modifications, and system testing

• Analyse and diagnose faults on aircraft systems and components

• Support maintenance delivery against operational and programme requirements

• Provide technical leadership and support to maintenance technicians

• Promote best practice and a proactive maintenance culture within the team

• Carry out compliance-related support activities, including tooling control and oversight checks

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with approved procedures and Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE) requirements

• Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety, and regulatory compliance

• Support aircraft availability and operational readiness targets

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous supervisory or leadership experience within an aircraft maintenance environment

• Fully qualified technician with relevant maintenance authorities and certifications

• Strong aircraft maintenance and fault diagnostic capability

• Broad aviation maintenance experience supported by current and recent logbook evidence

• Good understanding of aviation safety standards and safe systems of work

• Experience working within a safety-critical operational environment

• Strong communication and team leadership skills

• Eligible to obtain and maintain BPSS and Security Clearance

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship, ideally in Aeronautical Engineering or military equivalent

• City & Guilds 2675 Aeronautical Engineering & Maintenance or NVQ Level 3 in an Aeronautical discipline

• Aircraft platform training relevant to the fleet

• Trade Principles training

• Good IT competency

Working Environment

RAF Valley offers the opportunity to work in a unique coastal location while supporting one of the UK's most important military aviation programmes.

• Military aviation and aircraft depth maintenance environment

• Structured engineering team supporting operational aircraft maintenance activities

• Strong engineering culture with ongoing development opportunities

• Opportunity to develop supervisory and technical leadership experience within a respected defence aviation programme

Key Information

• Role: Senior Aircraft Mechanical Supervisor

• Location: RAF Valley, Isle of Anglesey

• Salary: £37,271.74

• Contract Type: Permanent

• Hours: 36-hour working week

• Aircraft: Hawk

• Environment: Military Aviation / Heavy Rectification

• Security Clearance: BPSS and SC eligibility required

Ready for Your Next Step?

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled aviation professional looking to progress into a supervisory role within a dynamic and safety-critical military aviation environment.

Whether you're an experienced aircraft engineer ready to take the next step or an established supervisor seeking a new challenge, we'd be interested in discussing the opportunity with you.

If you are interested, please send a CV to tess.garforth@morson-edge.com or apply directly!

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