Airworthiness Engineer Civil Aircraft (Learjet)

Draken International; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in the United Kingdom is seeking an Airworthiness Engineer to manage the airworthiness of its Civil Aircraft Fleet. This role involves ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining aircraft operational condition, and supporting safety management systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive airworthiness management experience and relevant licenses or degrees. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive benefits package

Up to 12% matching pension contributions

Bonus incentives

Discounted PMI

Electric car scheme

Tech vouchers

Wellbeing programmes

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Continuing Airworthiness Management (civil or military).
• Expert knowledge of EASA, UK CAA, UK MAA, and FAA regulations.
• Ability to obtain SC-Level Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all continuing airworthiness activities comply with regulations.
• Maintain aircraft in an airworthy condition.
• Manage defect rectification, liaising with OEMs and DOAs as required.

Skills

Continuing Airworthiness Management

Knowledge of EASA regulations

Leadership skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

EASA/CAA Part 66 B1/B2 License

Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering Degree

Job description

Airworthiness Engineer – Civil Aircraft (Learjet)

Draken Europe offers exciting careers that matter.

We believe that mission success does not start with the mission itself. It begins with our people.

Draken also believes in fair reward and recognition for our employees. As such, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including up to 12% matching pension contributions, bonus incentives, discounted PMI, electric car scheme, tech vouchers, wellbeing programmes and much more.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Airworthiness Engineer – Civil Aircraft (AWE-CA) to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the continuing airworthiness management of our nominated Civil Aircraft Fleet, ensuring compliance with all applicable Aviation Regulations and International Standards. This is a critical position that supports flight safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance & Ownership

• Ensure all continuing airworthiness activities comply with EASA, UK CAA, UK MAA, and other applicable regulations.
• Maintain aircraft in an airworthy condition, including operational and emergency equipment.
• Manage and validate Certificates (CofA, ARC, PtF), Radio Licenses, and Insurance.
• Oversee Aircraft Maintenance Program (AMP): review, approval, effectiveness analysis, and compliance.
• Manage defect rectification, liaising with OEMs and DOAs as required.
• Control deferred defects and rectification interval extensions.
• Implement Airworthiness Directives (AD), Service Bulletins (SB), Technical Orders (TO), and other mandatory requirements.
• Manage aircraft modifications, technical assessments, and configuration control (Mass & Balance).
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and reporting in line with regulatory standards.
• Support Safety Management System (SMS) through hazard reporting and technical investigations.

Quality, Security & HSE Compliance

• Adhere to ISO standards: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 27001.
• Apply safe systems of work and comply with risk assessments.

Business Support

• Deliver airworthiness tasks efficiently, on time, and within budget.
• Maintain strong internal and external stakeholder engagement.

Core Competencies & Qualifications

Experience & Knowledge

• Extensive experience in Continuing Airworthiness Management (civil or military).
• Expert knowledge of EASA, UK CAA, UK MAA, and FAA regulations.
• Familiarity with BCAR A8-21, A8-23 & A8-25 (advantageous).
• Understanding of Safety Management Systems (SMS) and ISO standards.

Technical Qualifications

• EASA/CAA Part 66 B1/B2 License or Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering Degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to obtain SC-Level Security Clearance.

Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills.
• Highly organized, resilient, and able to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent business acumen and proficiency in MS Office.
• High integrity and discretion.

Why Join Us?

• Work on a prestigious fleet of Learjet aircraft in a dynamic environment.
• Be part of a team committed to safety, compliance, and operational excellence.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.