About the role
Arden White Aerospace and Aviation Recruitment are currently working with a reputable aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) organisation based in Waterford, Ireland, who are looking to recruit an experienced Aircraft Composite Repairs Technician to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Composite Technician with experience in aircraft structural and component repairs to join an established aviation business. The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting, assessing and repairing aircraft composite components, including flight control surfaces and radomes, ensuring all work is completed in accordance with approved maintenance documentation and airworthiness requirements. The position also offers the opportunity to contribute to the development of the company's composite repair workshop, supporting processes, capabilities and the training of additional technicians. Location: Waterford, Ireland Salary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Working Hours: Monday to Friday Responsibilities • Inspect and assess aircraft composite components to identify damage, including delamination, cracks, impact damage and honeycomb core deterioration. • Carry out composite structural repairs using wet layup, pre-preg, hot bonding and cold bonding techniques. • Repair and replace damaged honeycomb cores, fibreglass structures and composite skins. • Undertake repairs to aircraft flight control surfaces, radomes and other composite components within a workshop environment. • Interpret and work in accordance with approved technical documentation, including Structural Repair Manuals (SRMs), Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMMs), Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs), Airworthiness Directives (ADs) and Service Bulletins (SBs). • Determine appropriate repair methods, materials and processes based on the extent and nature of component damage. • Prepare damaged components for repair, including material removal, surface preparation and composite layup. • Complete finishing, sanding, refurbishment and painting of repaired components to the required standards. • Maintain accurate maintenance records, work packs, inspection reports and component traceability documentation. • Ensure all repairs comply with applicable aviation safety, quality and airworthiness regulations. • Support the development and organisation of the composite repair workshop, including assisting with the training and development of additional technicians. • Work closely with engineering, quality and production teams to ensure repairs are completed efficiently and to the required standards. Person Specification Essential Requirements • Proven experience carrying out aircraft composite repairs within an aviation maintenance, repair or overhaul environment. • Strong practical experience with wet layup, pre-preg, honeycomb structures, fibreglass repairs and composite bonding techniques. • Experience inspecting, assessing and repairing aircraft composite components, particularly flight control surfaces or similar structures. • Ability to interpret and follow approved aircraft maintenance and structural repair documentation. • Good understanding of aircraft composite construction, repair techniques and materials. • Experience identifying structural damage and determining appropriate repair methods. • Ability to complete technical documentation, inspection reports and maintenance work packs accurately. • Good understanding of aviation safety procedures, quality standards and airworthiness requirements. • Ability to work independently and as part of a technical workshop team. Desirable Requirements • EASA Part 66 B1 Aircraft Maintenance Licence. • Experience working on Airbus A320 and/or Boeing 737 aircraft components. • Previous experience repairing aircraft radomes and flight control surfaces. • Aircraft painting, component refurbishment or sheet metal repair experience. • Previous company certifying staff approval or experience working within an approved Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE). • Experience inspecting and releasing components to service using EASA Form 1. • Current Human Factors certification. • Experience supporting the development of a composite repair workshop or training junior technicians. Apply Today If you are an experienced Aircraft Composite Repairs Technician looking for your next opportunity within a reputable aviation maintenance organisation, we would be keen to hear from you. Please apply with an up to date CV or contact Arden White directly for a confidential discussion. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant individually. If you have not heard from us within 14 days of submitting your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. About Us Arden White is a specialist aerospace and aviation recruitment consultancy, providing a personal and professional recruitment service to both clients and candidates across the industry. We pride ourselves on building long term relationships, understanding the technical requirements of the roles we recruit for and matching talented professionals with the right career opportunities. Note: Arden White is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this permanent vacancy.