Installations Supervisor - Avionic

Airbus; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Oxford is seeking an experienced professional for a certifying role. The candidate will oversee an avionic team, ensuring compliance with CAA regulations and efficient project completion. Responsibilities include team leadership, liaising with project management, and enforcing safety protocols. Applicants should have at least 5 years of aviation experience and the legal right to work in the UK. Shift working is part of the normal pattern, with good communication and leadership skills required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ aviation experience.
• Experience of leading a team.
• Knowledge of CAA Part 21G and 145 approvals.
• Ability to accurately interpret detailed wiring diagrams.
• Recent experience of manufacturing wiring looms and testing.

Responsibilities

• Ensure projects receive correct support for timely completion.
• Delegate tasks and oversee the avionic team.
• Liaise with project management and design teams.
• Maintain communication regarding project progress.
• Enforce hangar rules and health & safety practices.

Skills

Aviation experience

Team leadership

Electrical and avionic systems knowledge

Interpret wiring diagrams

Soldering and crimping techniques

Use of specialist test equipment

Google Office proficiency

SAP knowledge

MS products proficiency

Job description

* This a certifying role reporting to the Installation and Production Manager* Working closely with the supervisory team to ensure all projects receive the correct support, thereby ensuring project completion to be on time and on budget.* Will be required to delegate tasks to those within the team* Oversee all work to ensure compliance with the appropriate data and where necessary over sign the work that has been delegated* Liaise closely with the project management and design office teams* Oversee the day to day running of the avionic team and hangar* Maintain good levels of communication inside and outside the department for project progress and developments* Ensure that good practices of H&S are maintained and that appropriate PPE for each task is being used* Uphold and enforce the hangar rules* Oversee the installation of modifications and changes in accordance with approved data from Airbus Helicopters UK Ltd or from third party STC holders.* Uphold standards and work within the organisations manufacturing CAA Part 21G and Part 145 scope of approvals* Minimum of 5 years’ aviation experience* Experience of leading a team* Knowledge of CAA Part 21G Production, Part 145 Maintenance and Part 21J Design approvals.* Ability to accurately interpret detailed wiring diagrams and associated data* Have recent experience of manufacturing wiring looms including terminating of connectors and carrying continuity testing* Recent experience of on and off aircraft soldering and crimping techniques* Knowledge of the use of specialist test equipment related to electrical and avionic systems* Ability to use Google Office, SAP and MS products* Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative to high standards in order to ensure the continued, safe operation of the aircraft.* Flexible with a positive approach and genuine enthusiasm for the role.* Reliable with the ability to remain calm when under pressure.* Well organized and methodical – paying attention to detail.* Due to the nature of this position you will require DBS Security Clearance and SC clearance.* Applicants must meet any/all requirements of Export Compliance Regulations.* All candidates must possess the current, legal right to work in the United Kingdom. Airbus will not be able to offer sponsorship for any employment Visa's.* Shift working as part of a normal working pattern