Airworthiness Surveyor (general Aviation)

Civil Aviation Authority

Gatwick, , United Kingdom
Base: upto £65,000; bonus/equity: market related s...
On-site
Regulatory and safety oversight
Aircraft airworthiness surveys
Oversight of maintenance organisations
The Airworthiness Surveyor provides regulatory and safety oversight for approximately 18,000 general aviation aircraft under UK Part-21 and non-Part-21 regulations

Job Summary

  • The Airworthiness Surveyor provides regulatory and safety oversight for approximately 18,000 general aviation aircraft under UK Part-21 and non-Part-21 regulations.
  • The role involves investigating organisation approvals, conducting oversight activities, performing aircraft surveys, issuing safety certificates, and taking airworthiness safety intervention measures where necessary.
  • The CAA offers flexible working patterns, hybrid working, excellent benefits including pension scheme, annual leave purchase scheme, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Matching Summary

The Airworthiness Surveyor provides regulatory and safety oversight for approximately 18,000 general aviation aircraft under UK Part-21 and non-Part-21 regulations.

Salary

Base: Upto £65,000; Bonus/Equity: Market related Supplement; Benefits: Flexible working, pension scheme, annual leave purchase scheme, gym membership discounts

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Regulatory and safety oversight
  • Aircraft airworthiness surveys
  • Oversight of maintenance organisations
  • Safety risk assessment and intervention
  • Technical decision making on safety issues
  • Use of multiple IT systems including bespoke applications
  • Travel within UK and Europe

Nice-to-have

  • Adaptable to evolving aviation environment
  • Confident communicator at all levels
  • Ability to manage complex challenges
  • Collaborative and inclusive work culture
  • Experience with cross-functional teams

Key Requirements

  • Engineering degree or equivalent experience
  • Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s License or equivalent
  • Proven knowledge of aviation regulation and airworthiness authority experience
  • Ability to travel within UK and Europe
  • National Security Vetting with 3 years UK residency
  • Experience in maintenance and continued airworthiness management

Work Rights

Must have 3 years UK residency for security vetting

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