Leading Edge Aviation SL is one of Europe’s largest Aviation Training Organisations (ATOs) providing commercial pilots to airlines across Europe. With a growing fleet of Diamond and Piper aircraft, Leading Edge are setting up their own aircraft engineering department to ensure the safe and reliable operations of our Spanish academy located in Alhama de Murcia Spain. ICAO code LELH - Alhama de Murcia Aerodromo.
We are looking for an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to contribute to the establishment and successful operation of our new department where your skills will enable our Alhama de Murcia campus to run an efficient flight schedule for our growing pool of students.
This is a full-time role working 39 hours per week, based at our Alhama de Murcia Campus. The working schedule may include weekend and evening shifts.
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Carry out line maintenance (daily, weekly, service checks) on Diamond, Piper and Cessna aircraft types. Perform other work on aircraft as outlined by applicable Inspection Instructions, Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins in accordance with accepted practices.
- Ensure that all items of work are recorded and signed out as required on the applicable Maintenance Control forms.
- Carry out any other assigned duties as directed by the supervisor/manager.
- Track and plan maintenance activities and coordinate with the Flight Operations Manager as required
- Demonstrate and uphold the company’s core values in all actions, decisions, and interactions.
OUR CULTURE
At Leading Edge Aviation, our Vision, Mission and Values guide everything that we do. The Aircraft Maintenance Engineer is expected to maintain the highest levels of professionalism, compliance and integrity. This role requires flexibility and a collaborative mindset to contribute to our vision of excellence in everything that we do.
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Hold a valid UKCAA or EASA B1.2 aircraft maintenance engineer license (preferably both!)
- Minimum 2 years of licensed AME experience
- Be familiar with the appropriate parts of the MPM, MCM, aircraft operations specifications and maintenance manuals necessary for the performance of his/her duties.
- Applicants must be able to work independently and/or in a team environment and have good organizational skills, pro-active, result-oriented and strive for continued improvement.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule according to company needs.
- Must be legally eligible to work in Spain
Other requirements:
- Line maintenance experience is an asset.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a positive and enthusiastic outlook.
- Demonstrable alignment with the company’s core values in attitude, conduct, and work ethic.
We know a great team member is more than a checklist. If you have the skills, passion, and commitment to make a difference, we’d like to hear from you, even if you don’t meet every listed requirement.
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Salary up to €75,000 per annum, reviewed annually
- Valuable experience in a dynamic and multinational environment;
- Opportunities for professional development within the globally driven Leading Edge Group
- Generous holiday entitlement of 22 working days, plus public holidays
- Airspace Day: An additional day off per year for something that matters to you
- Employee referral scheme
- Free on-site parking
Leading Edge Aviation is a firmly established pilot training academy with a fresh approach and an emphasis on holistic training. Offering the highest standards of regulatory technical training, students also benefit from a comprehensive professional and personal development curriculum to enhance non-technical skills. This is delivered through ‘The Whole Pilot®’ Approach, which focuses on developing diverse abilities that go beyond just technical proficiency.
Based at London Oxford Airport and Alhama, Southern Spain with a commitment to holistic pilot development, Leading Edge Aviation offers a range of modular and integrated training programmes, including the innovative LEAP (Leading Edge Airline Preparation) course; a full-time integrated course with BSc degree (UK only) and a comprehensive graduate airline selection preparation workshop. Facilities at both locations support a comprehensive educational experience, combining modern aircraft and simulators, advanced learning technologies, and a vibrant student living environment.
