Technical Engineer - In Flight Technology

Header: A career without limits

As the nation’s flag carrier, we take great pride in connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain.

It’s something we’ve been doing for over 100 years, ever since we launched the world’s first international scheduled air service between London and Paris.

This originality has been in our blood since day one. It’s the spirit we share with the people who fly with us, our partners, and our colleagues.

So, whether you are a reassuring voice on the end of a phone, a smile at the door, under a wing keeping the turbines spinning or landing us gently in far-flung places, a job at British Airways is yours to make!

We know great things can happen when you’re inspired to think big and bring your ambition to work every day, which is why, at British Airways the sky is never the limit!

You could soon be part of the next chapter of our story as there is an exciting opening for a Technical Engineer - In-Flight Technology.

Our team is extremely privileged to be at the heart of the customer proposition in Engineering. We are responsible and accountable for all our In-Flight Entertainment, Connectivity, In-seat Power & Cabin Lighting systems across existing BA aircraft and new fleet deliveries over the next 5 years. This involves multiple global suppliers and maintenance organisations as part of a multi-billion pound investment. Our team scopes, embodies and provides technical support for brand new, cutting edge aircraft IFT systems as well as retrofitting IFT systems onto the existing longhaul and shorthaul fleet. Our aim is to deliver world class IFT systems for our customers who enjoy flying BA.

We're looking for someone who has a background in Avionics and ideally is already familiar with IFE, Connectivity and other cabin avionic systems. You should be energetic, conscientious and diligent, focused, self-driven and organised. You will be delivering and technically supporting all our In-Flight Technology systems to the highest reliability levels, safely, on time and within budget through collaboration with stakeholders across the BA and IAG business as well as numerous suppliers and MROs.

Job role requires some overseas travel and flexibility to provide technical support to our operational fleet when necessary.

Your experience:

• Experience in people development and career pathways
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Project Management experience
• Stakeholder Management experience
• Computer literate and competent in all core Microsoft programmes
• Proficient in developing fast and effective relationships with partners
• Able to challenge at all levels

Inclusion & Diversity

At British Airways we all have a part to play in creating an inclusive place to work. Diverse representation among our people is really important to us and we recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity and identity to work.

Inclusion and diversity is a key driver of innovation and we’re committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they can be themselves. We’re looking for people from all backgrounds and cultures to join us and be a part of our journey to become a Better BA as we continue to connect Britain with the world and the world with Britain.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.