MPI are currently recruiting for Permanent Aircraft Mechanical Technicians to work within the Cargo or Seat Bays Based in Saffron Walden, Essex THE POSITION We are seeking a full time Mechanical Technician to join our Cargo and Seat Bay teams. The role holder will report to the Mechanical, Seat and Cargo Bay Team Leader and the primary purpose of the job will be the disassembly, cleaning, inspection, repair, part replacement and re-assembly of cargo nets, webbing and seat restraints in order to reduce costs and add value to our customers. MAIN JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES SEATS * Inspection and diagnosis of seat repairs and parts replacement requirements * Disassembly and cleaning of aircraft seat sets * Repair and parts replacement of aircraft seats * Reassembly of aircraft seat sets to required standards and timeframe CARGO * Inspection and diagnosis of repairs and parts replacement requirements * Disassembly and cleaning of aircraft cargo nets, webbing and seat restraints * Repair and parts replacement of cargo nets, webbing and seat restraints * Reassembly of cargo nets, webbing and seat restraints to required standards and timeframe * Work in accordance with technical publications * Correlate all work carried out in accordance with part 145 requirements. * Adheres to all Company standard operating procedures * Adheres to all health and safety procedures * Meets workshop quality and housekeeping standards * Ensures all activity and works delivered meets the Company quality standards * Ensures all administration and systems inputs meets agreed standards EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Ideally, the successful candidate will be an experienced Mechanical Technician, ideally with specific experience in trimming and upholstery in aviation or motor manufacturing. You will also have an understanding of technical publications and knowledge of Commercial Aerospace working practices. A recognised engineering qualification such as BTEC, BNC, ONC or HNC/HND is desirable but not essential. IT literate with the ability to use Word and Excel and a willingness to learn an industry software package (Aerotrac). The individual will be a team player, willing to learn, disciplined, with an eye for detail and a self-starter. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS * Competitive Salary * Annual Profit Share Scheme * Overtime paid at 1.5 times hourly rate * 29 days holiday including Bank Holidays * 40-hour week Monday to Friday * Working hours: 8:00-16:30 * Nationally recognised Training provided and career development opportunities * Company Uniform Provided and all necessary PPE * Employee Assistance Programme