Certifying Powerplant Engineer

Job Description:

Job Title: Certifying Engineer
Location: Heathrow/Slough
Employment Type: Permanent

Benefits:

Competitive salary
4 day week (Mon-Thurs/Tues-Fri bi-weekly shift rotation)
Flexible annual leave allowance
Enhanced company pension
Death in Service benefit
Sponsorship considered
Overtime available

About the Role
On behalf of our client, a UK Independent organisation in the aviation industry, we are currently recruiting for a Certifying Engineer to sign off routine maintenance, inspections and service bulletins on CFM56 and LEAP Series Aircraft Engines. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic environment with a strong focus on safety, compliance, and technical excellence while encouraging great company culture.

Key Responsibilities

Perform inspection, disassembly, repair, and reassembly of aircraft engines and components in line with approved procedures
Certify completed work in accordance with regulatory requirements
Ensure all maintenance activities meet airworthiness, safety, and quality standards
Interpret technical manuals, service bulletins, and engineering drawings
Conduct fault diagnosis and implement corrective actions
Complete and sign off maintenance documentation accurately and in a timely manner
Support audits and ensure compliance with internal quality systems
Liaise with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve technical issues
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized working environment
Performing supplementary shop and housekeeping duties as required
Ensure compliance and Health and Safety procedures as required
Follow technical drawings/procedures as needed
Keeping relevant records updated

Candidate Requirements
Essential:

A recognised apprenticeship within the aircraft industry
Previous experience gained working in an engine shop or aircraft MRO
Ability to act as certifying staff for engine maintenance and release to service
Experience performing maintenance on the following engine types would be advantageous: CFM, LEAP, V2500
Competency to follow appropriate Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Engine Shop Manual procedures
Demonstrate required knowledge of Quality Procedures, as well as EASA/FAA Part 145 requirements and procedures
A sound computer literacy with a basic understanding of the Microsoft Office applications

Desirable:

B1.1/C License holder

Why Work with JMC Aviation?

At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles — contract or permanent.

Industry-leading compliance support
Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
Dedicated recruitment consultant
Placements across the globe
Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector

How to Apply
Submit your up-to-date CV, along with copies of right to work documents to megan.collyerjmc-aviation.com

Compliance & Equal Opportunities
JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations.
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Job Ident #: 74490

Company Details

JMC Aviation

Unit 1003
1243 Islington Ave
Etobicoke, Ontario M8X 1Y9 Canada
www.jmc-aviation.com/north-america/

As a trusted provider of global aviation manpower and talent services, we are responsible for supplying more than 1200 highly skilled engineers every week. We have airline, MRO and manufacturing clients all over the globe.

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Job Info

Location

Slough, England, United Kingdom

Type

Permanent

Company Details

JMC Aviation

Unit 1003
1243 Islington Ave
Etobicoke, Ontario M8X 1Y9 Canada
www.jmc-aviation.com/north-america/