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Bring your aircraft engineering expertise… you’re vital to mission success.

Whether you've worked on Wildcat or Merlin — or you're an experienced rotary-wing technician ready to reskill on these platforms — discover a place you can grow your career, at Serco.

We proudly support the Royal Navy’s Fleet Air Arm at two of the UK’s busiest military airfields: RNAS Culdrose (Merlin) and RNAS Yeovilton (Wildcat). From airframe maintenance to avionics, inspections to supervisory roles, our engineers keep critical aircraft operational and mission-ready — every single day.

We’re hiring Aircraft Technicians, Supervisors, and Senior Engineers across both mechanical and avionics trades.

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What we're looking for:

  • Hands-on experience in a rotary-wing maintenance environment
  • Knowledge of military aviation standards and procedures
  • Technicians and supervisors from ex-Forces or civilian Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) backgrounds
  • Rotary-wing engineers keen to retrain into Merlin or Wildcat platforms
  • Commitment to high standards in safety, quality, and teamwork
What we offer
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What could you do?

The initial recruitment process includes application, online tests, telephone interview and assessment (either face to face or virtual). If successful you'll be required to go through strict security and vetting checks, which will allow you to work in this secure environment. The checks are conducted via the Home Office and can up to six weeks to complete.  

  • Aircraft Engineering Fitter/Technician – Merlin (Culdrose, Cornwall)

  • Aircraft Engineering Supervisor (Mechanical and Avionics) – Wildcat (Yeovilton, Somerset)
  • Mechanical Supervisor – Merlin (Culdrose, Cornwall)

  • Senior Supervisor – Wildcat (Yeovilton, Somerset)
  • Senior Supervisor Aircraft Engineer – Merlin (Culdrose, Cornwall)

Aircraft Fitters with experience on rotary-wing platforms beyond Merlin and Wildcat are encouraged to take advantage of our upskilling opportunities, allowing them to retrain and support these platforms as valued members of our team.
If you have rotary-wing experience - even if not yet on Wildcat or Merlin - this is a chance to upskill, retrain, and work on next-gen platforms in a supportive, safety-led environment.
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Managing Director, UK Defence

“Our dedicated teams support the defence enterprise from back office to frontline operations. Ultimately, we deliver solutions that make the complex easier.”
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The benefits

Working at Serco means joining a team that values your technical skill, recognises your experience, and invests in your future.

You’ll benefit from:
  • Competitive salaries with regular reviews
  • Training and development 
  • Enhanced statutory leave offer of 25+ days, plus bank holidays
  • Contributory pension scheme (up to 6%)
  • BUPA Healthline, cash plans and wellbeing support
  • Discounts across 1,000+ retailers
  • Shift work options plus additional pay where applicable
  • A clear path to progression

Why Serco?

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A place for you

We know the value of experience - and we value yours.

At Serco, we welcome people from all walks of aviation: military, civilian, ex-Forces, or transitioning from other rotary platforms. Whether you're just leaving service or looking for a new challenge, this is a team where your skills belong. We’ll support you to grow, retrain, and shape a career on your terms - with room to develop, lead, and specialise.    
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A place you can count on

We don’t just offer jobs — we offer long-term, secure careers.

You’ll work in structured, safety-focused environments at the heart of UK defence aviation. 

With consistent hours, modern facilities, and investment in your development, you can count on Serco to have your back.
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A place you can make an impact

This isn’t just maintenance - it’s mission readiness.
Every part you inspect, every system you sign off, every problem you solve contributes to keeping the Royal Navy’s aircraft in the air and crews safe. 

At Serco, you’re not just a number — you’re a trusted professional playing a vital role in national defence.
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Where could you work?

The initial recruitment process includes application, online tests, telephone interview and assessment (either face to face or virtual). If successful you'll be required to go through strict security and vetting checks, which will allow you to work in this secure environment. The checks are conducted via the Home Office and can up to six weeks to complete.  

At RNAS Culdrose, we provide engineering and operational support to Merlin helicopters.

At RNAS Yeovilton, we provide engineering support to the Wildcat Maritime Force and Merlin helicopters.
If you have rotary-wing experience - even if not yet on Wildcat or Merlin - this is a chance to upskill, retrain, and work on next-gen platforms in a supportive, safety-led environment.
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Join us in impacting a better, safer future.

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