Field Engineer

Job Description

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We are looking to hire a Field Engineer (Structural and Mechanical Systems) as part of the on-site C-17 Field Services Engineering and Technical Support (FETS) team for the Royal Air Force customer at RAF Brize Norton UK. This Engineer would be responsible for drafting and releasing Engineering products to help sustain the C-17 Aircraft, as well as mentoring and guiding the customer with their routine enquiries.

 

This position is part of the on-site C-17 Field Operations Team supporting the Royal Air Force customer at RAF Brize Norton.  We have a Team of nearly 100 employees who work directly with the C-17 operational Squadron, providing real-time, time critical and dynamic assistance at the point of delivery. This is a Team at the vanguard, and we are offering an opportunity for you to join that Team.

 

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Participating in resolving complex operational problems that require a high level of ingenuity, innovation, and coordination with the RAF customer and other Boeing entities.

• Providing the RAF customer troubleshooting and repair guidance.

• Helping with the interpretation of technical documents to ensure the intent and purpose of the documentation is understood and followed.

• Providing specialized on-the-job training by explaining the theory of operations and demonstrating basic operating, maintenance, servicing procedures, and troubleshooting techniques.

• Investigating and pursuing courses of action necessary to safely support RAF missions including assistance with spares supply and support equipment.

• Documenting field site activities by preparing and transmitting publication change requests, continuous process improvement data, and technical reports to provide status of product or customer issues and developments. 

In addition, the preferred candidate will be required to provide similar support and advice for other C-17 customers worldwide.

 

Ideally you will have a strong background in the mechanical/airframe repairs, system operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of aircraft hydro-mechanical, and propulsion systems. Prior experience in troubleshooting complex integrated systems, within an operational environment is desirable.

C-17 experience is preferred. This position requires the ability to work independently under time constraints and stress, in a demanding, on-call, around the clock operational environment.

Travel to other operating locations to assist with operation, maintenance, and recovery of any operators C-17 aircraft may be required.

 

Required Education / Experience:

• You will have an engineering degree in an accredited and relevant subject (aerospace, mechanical or equivalent).  Prior knowledge of Non-Destructive Inspection techniques, Computer Aided Design and the interpretation of engineering drawings is desirable.    
• You will be dealing with the Boeing Globemaster III, C-17, a highly complex aircraft, and a proven background in supporting an aviation product in the field, and that you can demonstrate that you have the experience and ability to perform the functions listed beforehand will identify you as a suitable candidate.
• This role will require see the suitable applicant enrolled onto a United States Air Force Sanctioned C-17 Delegated Engineering Authority (DEA) program. This Program is conducted through on-the-job training and will include certain travel opportunities to other Boeing C-17 facilities, around the world, to achieve the required standard. The program will take approximately 4 years (depending on prior experience).

• Essential to be able to obtain UK SC security clearance.

Desirable skills we are looking for:

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills
• Strong customer focus (both external and internal).
• A collaborator and innovator.
• Have a “can-do” attitude and the ability to work on multiple tasks when under pressure
• Flexible approach to resolve competing demands without compromising technical or program integrity

This role is onsite position

 

All information provided will be checked and may be verified.

 

Important information regarding this requisition: This position does not have sponsorship approval. This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

 

PLEASE NOTE: The successful candidate will be expected to undergo a SECURITY CHECK/CLEARANCE

 

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 17, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to acquire a UK Secret security Clearance for which the UK Government requires UK residency. The successful candidate will hold, or have the ability to acquire, Security Clearance (SC).

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Day Shift (United Kingdom)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.