Avionics Junior Supervisor – Base Maintenance

OverviewThe post holder will report to the Avionics Senior Supervisor and be an experienced and skilled avionic technician and supervisor, undertaking a range of detailed maintenance activities on aircraft or on aircraft components. The post holder requires an excellent understanding of the Typhoon approved data set and is competent to supervise personnel carrying out maintenance instructions in accordance with the organisation’s regulatory framework. Demonstrates a distinct ability to analyze and diagnose faults to equipment and assemblies, follow diagnostic procedures and work effectively within a team. Provide guidance to less experienced team members in a diverse and dynamic operational environment.Core ActivityUndertaking detailed maintenance, inspection and supervision activities on the Typhoon aircraft or aircraft components. Assuring work carried out has been completed in accordance with the tasking / Work package using the relevant approved technical information. Resolving faults and maintenance issues, including configuration managementMaintaining a personal Log Book to demonstrate currency and recency, on completion of On the Job training (OJT) activities, sign other personnel’s Log Books as appropriate within your trade and skills boundaries. If you are an approved designated assessor, undertake authorisation and task competency approvals, and check Pt 145 license application packs prior to submissionUndertaking and complete tasked maintenance & diagnostic activities on an aircraft or components which may include, as appropriate, aircraft ground handling, flight servicing, aircraft role changes, component removals, inspections, repairs, modifications, fault rectifications, replacements and/or functional/system testSupervising team to ensure that maintenance is undertaken to schedule and highlight any issues, escalate as required. Report on any impact to the wider programmeDemonstrating a flexible and proactive attitude to carrying out responsibilities appropriate to the role and takes direction appropriatelyEnsuring staff are sufficiently competent and approved for the maintenance tasks allocated to themMaintaining personal & teams task authorisation for working on aircraft or components in accordance with regulatory requirementsResponsible for meeting agreed delivery targets in the short to medium term through the supervision of othersUndertaking support tasks within the aircraft or component maintenance facility which are required to maintain compliance with the MOEProvide guidance and leadership to the team. Develops team members using formal assessment processes. Demonstrates sound and comprehensive communication and people management skills in order to exchange complicated informationUndertaking fault evaluation and raise ad hoc work cards for ‘found faults’ during maintenanceKey AccountabilitiesPerformance indicators – Ensure the effective management of Part 145 activities by setting delivery targets, monitoring progress and developing performance improvement programs. Prioritises activities within/across teams to maximise efficiency. Responsible for the assessment of escalated issues for any impact on Continuing Airworthiness and generating effective resolution, or sponsoring escalation to management, as appropriateCompletion of activities – Ensure all Part 145 activities are appropriately documented and airworthiness records are maintained on relevant systems (IT/paper based). Ensure suitably qualified, experienced and authorised personnel perform all Part 145 activities. Ensure the integration of Part 145 activity within the business, including the engagement of key stakeholders at all stages of the process. Provide support and guidance to the teamProcedure/standards – Manage the Part 145 team(s) compliance with the Part 145 Exposition, its associated procedures and standards, and any other Company procedures and standards, as applicable. Identify, propose and implement change as required, whilst ensuring complianceSafety Management System – Promote the application of human factors, error management, risk management and safety assurance within the Part 145 team, together with the proactive analysis, mitigation and management of hazardsManagement System Assurance – Ensure Part 145 team activities are compliant with the governance and assurance framework. Ensure process confirmations and independent assurance audits are supported by Part 145 personnel and integrated within/across teams. Manage the response to audit findings in a timely and appropriate manner and provide information into the relevant reviews. Generate and implement effective improvements within/across teams to overcome any non-compliance and monitor effectivenessStatutory/Regulatory & Legislative requirements – Able to demonstrate a good understanding and application of the relevant continuing airworthiness regulatory framework, and ensure any regulatory driven changes are implemented within the Part 145 team(s) activities