Description

JC Aircraft Maintenance is currently recruiting a Technical Support SMW to join our highly skilled management team in Madrid, Spain. The successful candidate will be working in cooperation with our client airline Ryanair.

Now is a fantastic time to join as Ryanair is currently carrying over 200m guests per year on 3,700+ daily flights connecting 235 destinations from over 90 bases across 37 countries with a fleet of 620+ aircraft consisting of B737 8200, B737 800NG and A320s and plans to grow to 800 aircraft and 300m guests per year within the next 10 years, making Ryanair, The World’s largest airline. 

As our success story is expanding greatly, our mission is not just to scale up our team, but to create a highly motivating, supportive and innovative workplace to be! We strongly believe in flat hierarchies, a divers and equal company culture and investing in learning & development as an essential to ensure we support our team with all it needs.

Join us and be part of a true success story!

We are interested in you if you are looking for a career opportunity where hard work, initiative and enthusiasm are part of the daily routine. The successful candidate will be energetic and committed, able to work well from his/her own initiative while being an integral part of our team.
This is an excellent opportunity to work as part of a close-knit team and to gain extensive experience on Ryanair’s fleet.

Role:

• Lead, supervise, and coordinate the Sheet Metal Workers team, ensuring all structural repairs are performed efficiently and in full compliance with approved maintenance manuals and regulatory standards;
• Oversee and approve together with Standards department, repairs on aircraft and components within Ryanair’s fleet, ensuring precision and adherence to engineering specifications;
• Assist on preparing deployments to recovery AOG aircraft from structural damages;
• Analyse and implement the most effective repair solutions following Structural Repair Manuals (SRM) and manufacturer guidelines;
• Review and complete technical documentation and maintenance records to ensure accuracy and compliance;
• Ensure full adherence to company policies, procedures, regulations, and MOE (Maintenance Organization Exposition);
• Promote and maintain a safe and clean working environment, enforcing Health & Safety protocols;
• Mentor and support team members, ensuring continuous professional development;
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with regulatory authorities and company MOE;
• Certify completed work in line with MOE and company procedures.

Requirements

• EASA Part 66 B1 License and/or Degree in Aircraft Engineering/Maintenance.
• Extensive experience in aircraft structural repairs and sheet metal work.
• Proven leadership in overseeing structural repair teams and managing team performance in aviation environments.
• Expertise in sheet metal fabrication, assembly, and advanced repair techniques such as riveting, drilling, countersinking, bolting, and fitting.
• Knowledge and experience in composite repairs (preferred).
• Strong ability to interpret technical drawings, Structural Repair Manuals (SRM), and other maintenance documentation.
• Practical experience with specialized tools and equipment, including bending machines, English Wheel, flap peening, drills, and grinders.
• In-depth technical knowledge with a proven track record in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and implementing repair solutions.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with the ability to develop and mentor high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to set clear objectives, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Valid EU/EEA passport.
• In-depth understanding and application of EASA Part 145 regulations in the workplace.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and motivate teams to meet deliverables in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Benefits

• Location: Madrid (MAD), Spain.
• Direct and permanent employment with a Spanish contract.
• Career development in a stable and growing organization.
• Career Progression in Aviation Management.
• Working with one of the fastest growing airlines in the world and one of the most talented engineering team in the industry.
   

Competencies