Helicopter Maintenance Technician (Operator / Junior)

Leonardo S.p.A. is a global leader in the design, manufacturing, and support of helicopters for civil and military operations.

Leonardo Belgium (LBe), headquartered in Liège, Belgium, is a certified Maintenance Organization operating under EASA Part-145, FAA, and UK CAA regulations.

As part of its continued expansion in Northern Europe, LBe operates a maintenance base in Elstree (UK), supporting VIP and commercial helicopter operators across the region.

Our UK activities focus on line and base maintenance for the AW109, AW139, AW169, and AW189 helicopter platforms, delivering high-quality support to a demanding and prestigious customer base.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager / Base Supervisor, you will support maintenance activities on Leonardo helicopters in accordance with CAA / EASA regulations and the approved Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE).

This role is aimed at junior profiles, operators, or technicians looking to build and develop a long-term career in helicopter maintenance within a Part-145 environment. While permanent employment is the preferred engagement model, we will also consider contractors (B2B) depending on candidate preference and experience.

Key Responsabilities

• Support scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities under supervision

• Assist in troubleshooting and rectification of aircraft defects

• Perform inspection, removal, and installation of aircraft systems and components

• Ensure all tasks are carried out in compliance with the approved MOE and regulatory requirements

• Complete maintenance documentation, technical logs, and job cards accurately

• Support AOG recovery activities in the UK (and occasionally overseas)

• Maintain high standards of safety, human factors awareness, and compliance

• Contribute to continuous improvement and team efficiency

Mandatory requirements

• Initial training or first hands-on experience in helicopter maintenance

• Good understanding of aviation maintenance principles and safety standards

• Ability to read and follow technical documentation

• Fluent in English (written and spoken, aviation standard)

• Right to live and work in the United Kingdom

• Full UK driving license

Optional, nice to have

• Exposure to Part-145 environments

• EASA/UK CAA Part-66 license (B1.3/B2)

• Type exposure on Leonardo helicopters (AW109, AW139, AW169, AW189)

We offer

• Permanent employment or B2B contract within a globally recognized group (Leonardo S.p.A.)

• Structured environment with training and development towards licensing and type ratings, within a leading OEM environment

• Opportunity to work on modern Leonardo helicopter platforms in a premium environment

• Stable UK-based operation with long-term growth ambitions

• Monday–Friday schedule (with some flexibility depending on operations)

• Competitive salary package aligned with UK market standards

• An award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution

• A dynamic, professional, and safety-driven working environment

• Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity)

At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

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