Tasks
The Technical Support Engineers main tasks are:
- Support the repair and overhaul of aircraft components, ensuring compliance with airworthiness regulations
- Assist Operations with developing new processes and procedures based on approved data (OEM)
- Ensure published work aligns with authority requirements, safety info, and manufacturer data
- Obtain approval for deviations from published data, following internal and external procedures
- Provide technical support to Operations (e.g., reports, tooling info, work instructions, CAD designs)
- Assist in technical investigations and recommend improvements for new products, processes, and quality issues
- Support the development of new capabilities by providing tooling, equipment, and training
- Help develop processes in NDT, machining, metal treatment, paint removal, and plating
- Facilitate creation and updates of Master Task and Parts Lists in SAP, ensuring alignment with OEM data
- Comply with safety, environmental regulations, and company procedures
Requirements
The ideal Candidate should meet the following requirements:
- Degree in Engineering (BEng) or equivalent experience; HND/industry experience also considered
- Training in Lean manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Statistical Process Control preferred
- Additional language skills (German/French) are beneficial
- Manufacturing industry experience, ideally in Aircraft/MRO environment, with OEM data support
- Strong understanding of engineering drawings and basic metrology
- Experience with production control systems (MRP/ERP/SAP)
- Familiarity with LTLGS manufacturing technologies (e.g., Machine Shop, NDT, Plating, Assembly)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Advanced Excel, Visual Basic helpful)
- Experience with 3D CAD (SolidWorks) and basic simulation (FEA, kinematics)
- Knowledge of Project Management and aircraft industry airworthiness (EASA 145, CAMO, FAA, ICAO)
- Strong communication skills, both technical and non-technical
- Ability to interact with production, management, and customers
- Must have the right to live and work in the UK
Company
About Lufthansa Technik Landing Gear Services UK
Lufthansa Technik Landing Gear Services is part of the Lufthansa Technik Group - the worlds leading provider of maintenance, repair and overhaul services as well as modifications to the civil aviation industry. With tailor-made maintenance programs and advanced repair techniques, we ensure the reliability and availability of our customers aircraft fleets. We are independent of aircraft manufacturers and licensed internationally as a repair, manufacturing and development organization. With more than 26,000 employees and over 30 international subsidiaries, the Lufthansa Technik Group offers a full range of services in the fields of maintenance, overhaul, component support, engines, landing gears, VIP services, innovation and digital fleet solutions to around 800 customers worldwide. Lufthansa Technik Landing Gear Services is located in London and has over 300 employees. Our success is built on our people who are fundamental to our organization.
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