4 Feb 2025
Join Our Skies: Airworthiness Coordinator at Light Aircraft Association
Are you ready to take your career to new heights? The Light Aircraft Association (LAA) is looking for an enthusiastic Coordinator to join our dynamic team. We're a vibrant member organisation for homebuilt, vintage, and recreational aircraft in the UK, based at the picturesque Turweston Airfield in Northamptonshire.
Why Join Us?
At the LAA, you'll be part of a dedicated team that supports the safety of an impressive fleet of around 4,300 aircraft. Our team works closely with 330 volunteer Inspectors who help keep our aircraft safe and airworthy.
Your Role
As the Coordinator for our Airworthiness Team, your key duties will include:
Keeping track of incoming issues and making sure they are addressed promptly
Following up on audit findings and ensuring timely completion of tasks
Assisting with the Permit to Fly revalidation system
Managing the process for Inspector applications, assessment days, and authorisation extensions
Tracking Inspector status and ensuring they meet prescribed criteria
Organising and administering Inspector Training and the annual renewal processes
What We're Looking For
We seek candidates with excellent time-management, organisation, and team-working skills, alongside strong communication abilities to liaise effectively with fellow staff members, Inspectors, and aircraft owners. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Teams, Word, Excel, and Outlook, is essential. You'll thrive in our small, dedicated team and contribute to overseeing over 500 aircraft types.
Perks and Benefits
Competitive salary: £27,000 to £32,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience
Flexible working option, with the potential for one to two days a week working from home
Be part of a passionate team committed to aviation safety
Work in a beautiful rural location at Turweston Airfield
How to Apply
Ready to soar with us? Submit your CV and a covering letter by 28 February 2025 to the Head of Continuing Airworthiness & Inspection, Lucy Wootton, by emailing lucy.wootton@laa.uk.com. Interviews will be held in March, with the successful candidate joining our team in late April/early May.
Join us in ensuring the sky's the limit for aviation safety at the Light Aircraft Association!