Aviation Workshop Manager

STS Aviation Services is hiring an experienced Aviation Workshop Manager to lead operations at our Birmingham Hangar. This is a critical leadership role within our growing UK MRO operation, supporting military and commercial programs while ensuring strict compliance with MAA Part 145 regulations.

If you’re ready to play a key role in our next chapter and help drive operational excellence, we want to hear from you.

Position Overview:

As the MAA Part 145 Component Workshop Manager, you will report to the VP of Military Operations and serve as the Nominated Post Holder for the STS Aviation Services workshop facility. You will be responsible for overseeing all MRP Part 145 workshop activities, leading a team of technicians, maintaining quality control, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards.

Applicants must be citizens of the United Kingdom or hold valid UK work authorization with a minimum of two years remaining before expiration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the Nominated Post Holder for MRP Part 145 workshops, ensuring full regulatory compliance
• Manage daily workshop operations, staffing, and resource allocation
• Lead a team of technicians across various workshops with a focus on quality, safety, and efficiency
• Ensure all work orders/contracts are accurately documented and executed
• Maintain availability of all workshop facilities, equipment, and tooling appropriate to the work scope
• Deliver workshop performance reports and metrics to leadership
• Support internal training and ongoing competency development for workshop teams
• Oversee workplace safety and cleanliness standards
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities across the facility

Skills and Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 8 years of aviation experience
• Completed an engineering apprenticeship, ideally in Aeronautical Engineering or a military equivalent
• Proven experience managing aviation workshops, including component control
• Strong understanding of MRP Part 145 regulations (required or willing to learn)
• Ability to pass MAA Nominated Post Holder interview
• Familiar with KPI development and performance tracking
• Hands-on knowledge of machinery, tooling, and aerospace workshop equipment
• Previous machine shop experience is advantageous
• Solid interpersonal and leadership skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Eligible to work and live in the United Kingdom
• Willingness to undergo UK security vetting

Desirable (Not Required):

• Time-served toolmaker background
• Skilled in jigs and fixtures
• General machining abilities including milling, turning, surface grinding
• Knowledge of XYZ lathe and milling programming
• Familiarity with a variety of aerospace materials and products
• Ability to collaborate with shop floor teams on tooling and modifications
• A pragmatic, hands-on mindset with minimal supervision required

About STS Aviation Services:

STS Aviation Services is a global MRO provider and the leading aircraft maintenance organization in the UK. With operations across Europe and North America, we deliver comprehensive solutions for commercial and military aircraft operators. Our team is built on trust, experience, and an unwavering commitment to quality.

If you’re ready to lead, improve, and elevate the future of aerospace maintenance, we invite you to join our team in Birmingham.