Installations Supervisor

Job Description Certifying Avionics Engineer (Rotary Wing) Role Overview

This is a certifying role reporting to the Installation and Production Manager. The post holder is responsible for maintaining the safety and airworthiness of rotary-wing aircraft within the installations environment, supporting both customisation and maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a certifying engineer within the installations department, ensuring all work is completed in line with approved data and regulatory requirements.

• Work closely with supervisory staff to ensure projects are appropriately supported and delivered on time and within budget.

• Delegate tasks to team members and provide technical oversight throughout project delivery.

• Review, verify, and where required, certify or over-sign delegated work to ensure compliance and quality standards are met.

• Liaise with project management and design teams to support effective planning, execution, and delivery of installation activities.

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of the avionics team and hangar environment.

• Maintain clear and effective communication internally and externally regarding project progress and technical developments.

• Ensure robust health and safety practices are followed at all times, including correct use of PPE and adherence to hangar rules.

• Oversee the embodiment of modifications and design changes in accordance with approved data from OEMs or third-party STC holders.

• Work within the organisation s CAA Part 21G and Part 145 approvals, upholding regulatory, quality, and manufacturing standards.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential:

• Minimum of 5 years experience within an aviation environment.

• Proven experience leading or supervising technical teams.

• Strong knowledge of CAA Part 21G (Production), Part 145 (Maintenance), and Part 21J (Design) approvals.

• Ability to accurately interpret detailed wiring diagrams and associated technical documentation.

• Recent hands-on experience in manufacturing wiring looms, including connector termination and continuity testing.

• Recent experience in on- and off-aircraft soldering and crimping techniques.

• Familiarity with specialist test equipment used in electrical and avionics systems.

• Competent user of Google Workspace, SAP, and Microsoft Office applications.

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential:

• Completion of a recognised aviation apprenticeship.

• Hold a UK CAA Part 66 B2 licence.

Desirable:

• Type ratings on rotary-wing aircraft, such as:

  • H125 (AS350)

  • H130

  • H135 (EC135)

  • H145 (BK117)

• Initial Human Factors training.

• Formal leadership or supervisory training.

About You

• Able to work both independently and as part of a team, consistently delivering work to a high standard to ensure continued aircraft safety.

• Flexible, proactive, and enthusiastic, with a positive approach to challenges.

• Reliable and calm under pressure, with the ability to manage competing priorities.

• Highly organised and methodical, with strong attention to detail.