Job Description

B1/B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer

Full-Time | Permanent | Day Shift

Shannon, Ireland

About Us

2Excel Ireland, part of the 2Excel Group, delivers highly specialised fixed‑wing aviation services to the Irish Coast Guard. Our work includes Search and Rescue, Pollution Monitoring, and the Dropping of Life-Saving Articles—critical missions that help protect people, wildlife and the environment.

About the Role

To support this vital contract, we’re looking for B1/B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineers to join our friendly, dedicated team. You’ll carry out line maintenance on our fleet and play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of our Maintenance Organisation—including supporting the upkeep, organisation, and safe operation of our facilities and equipment.

Key Responsibilities include (but not be limited to):

• Delivering line maintenance, repairs and rectifications on the current fleet (primarily King Air 200).
• Supporting wider maintenance activities to ensure the organisation runs effectively.
• Installing and removing aircraft components as required.
• Following all safety, environmental, and regulatory procedures.
• Completing and recording maintenance tasks in accordance with manuals and regulations.
• Providing support to additional aircraft types when needed.

About you

We’re looking for someone who has:

• An unrestricted EASA Part 66 B1 and/or B2 Licence, with at least one type rating and demonstrable recency. (King Air series—preferably B200—is a significant advantage. Training can be provided*.)
• Knowledge of Stores operations; experience in bonded or tool stores is an advantage.
• Understanding of Part 145 SMS (desirable).
• A basic set of tools with clear inventory and control processes.
• Flexibility to travel and support operations at other sites when required.
• Strong communication skills and a courteous, professional manner.
• IT literacy; experience with MRO software systems is preferred.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a small, dedicated team.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure and to deadlines.
• Experience in a remote Line Station environment (highly desirable).
• Current Human Factors Training and EWIS/SFAR 88 (desirable; training can be provided).

What We Offer

In return, you can expect:

• A competitive salary
• Generous holiday allowance
• Group Life Insurance
• Health & Wellbeing benefits, including Private Health Care and an Employee Assistance Programme

To apply, please complete our application form and upload your CV. You’re encouraged to use the Covering Letter function to demonstrate how you meet the role requirements.

2Excel is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion throughout our recruitment process and across our workforce.

*Type training will be fully supported; however, associated costs will be subject to a 2‑year training bond. The value of the bond reduces by 25% every 6 months during this period.