Avionics Trade Lead

Avionic Trade Lead – RAF Leeming

Location: RAF Leeming
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £48,000
Shift Pattern: 3 days on, 4 days off

Morson Talent is recruiting for an Avionic Trade Lead to oversee a team delivering Line Maintenance and Component Maintenance at RAF Leeming. This is a key leadership role requiring strong technical expertise and people management skills.

Key Responsibilities:

✔ Supervise and manage a team of technicians, ensuring maintenance tasks are completed efficiently and to regulatory standards
✔ Monitor and prioritise maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with all regulations and procedures
✔ Maintain task authorisation and oversee tooling, test equipment, and compliance checks
✔ Provide guidance and leadership, developing team members and supporting training initiatives
✔ Promote Human Factors, Error Management, and Safety Assurance within the team
✔ Ensure all documentation and records are completed in accordance with regulatory requirements

What We’re Looking For:

✅ Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Completed an Engineering Apprenticeship in Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum of City & Guilds 2675 or 2661 in Aeronautical Engineering and Maintenance
• Broad and in-depth product knowledge within avionics and maintenance operations
• Experience in team leadership and supervision within an aerospace environment
• Ability to attain a C License (CAT C) with certification & supervisory privileges
• Strong IT skills and understanding of regulatory frameworks

Desirable Skills:

• Type rating on relevant aircraft
• Completion of Hawk Trade ‘Q’ Course
• Familiarity with ITAR, E&PW Awareness, and Human Factors training

Working Hours:

Shift Pattern: 3 days on, 4 days off

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Avionics professional to step into a leadership role within a fast-paced and dynamic aerospace environment.

Interested? Apply today with Morson Talent!