Trainee Engineer (Air Traffic)
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Position Overview & Specifications
In your first few weeks in this Air Traffic Engineer role, you can expect to:
- Assist in conducting site surveys to determine the suitability of locations for equipment installation
- Learn to design, develop, and install ATC and NAVAIDS systems, including communication, navigation, MET and Airport Information Systems
- Assist in performing system upgrades, maintenance, and repairs as required
- Conduct tests and analysis of systems to ensure their compliance with regulatory standards
- Collaborate with other engineers and technical staff to ensure seamless integration of ATC
To apply for this Air Traffic Engineer role, you will need GCSE A*, A, B, C or equivalent level 2 qualification. You will also require the following:
- Interest in aviation and engineering
- Basic understanding of electrical or electronic systems
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to learn and take on new challenges
- Physical fitness and ability to work in outdoor environments
If you’re looking to make a positive impact and create change, possessing an inclusive and committed approach, you will be rewarded with an excellent salary and benefits package.
Deerfoot IT Resources Ltd is one of the UK’s leading IT Recruitment Agencies, trusted by many of the UK’s leading employers. Established in 1997, we have over 25 years of experience as IT Recruitment Specialists. We will never send your CV anywhere without your authorisation and only after you have seen the complete details of this opportunity. Deerfoot is acting as an employment agency in relation to permanent hires and an employment business for contingency hires. Each time Deerfoot sends a CV to a recruiting client, we donate £1 to The Born Free Foundation (1070906). Deerfoot is also climate positive in partnership with Ecologi.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Trainee Engineer (Air Traffic) roles across Deerfoot's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £19,000 - £25,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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