Ground Support Equipment Technician
Boeing
- Location
- GBR - RAF Lossiemouth, United Kingdom
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- H-1B history
- 7 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- Aug 25, 2026
About this role
Ground Support Equipment Technician Company: Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited The Boeing P-8 Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft is a military aircraft developed by Boeing Defence, built on a modified design of the 737-800ERX. The Aircraft is fitted with equipment to tackle a diverse range of missions, including protecting submarines and reconnaissance missions. The team is based in Lossiemouth UK, but all new candidates must be able and willing to work on assignment for periods of time if required by our customers.
The Role
The Support Equipment Technician is responsible for managing and maintaining all aircraft maintenance ground support equipment and tooling. Proactively working to support all the Aircraft Maintenance activity, this role is key to ensuring that the team works safely and is able to meet our customer commitments. Responsibilities will include: Managing electronic inventory systems for tooling and ground equipment on Boeing and MOD systems. Unpacking and commissioning new equipment. Maintaining and servicing ground support equipment and tooling. Ordering critical spares to ensure equipment unserviceability is minimised. Handling hazardous materials in accordance with legal requirements. Adapting to emergent needs from the customer and prioritising work appropriately Basic Qualifications: Fluent written and spoken English Preferred Experience: Maintenance/Engineering qualification. Demonstrated experience in a mechanical/engineering environment. Experience using special tools/equipment to perform assigned maintenance tasks. Understanding safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals Other information: This role is subject to contract award.SC clearance eligibility is required. The role is working Monday - Friday, day shift. This may be subject to change in the future. All information provided will be checked and may be verified. Important information regarding this requisition: This position does not have sponsorship approval. T his 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 Language Requirements: Not Applicable Education: Not Applicable Relocation: This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Security Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check. Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award Shift: Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)