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L3Harris Operations Assistant in Cranfield, United Kingdom
Job Title: Operations Assistant
Job ID: 12227
Job Location: Cranfield Airport, Bedfordshire, UK
The role is based on a shift pattern, covering hours between 06:30am – 20:30pm Mon-Fri with some flexibility required.
About this opportunity and L3Harris UK
From 12 UK sites, our team of over 1,400 people deliver unique capabilities across air, land, sea, space and cyber for military, security and commercial customers, worldwide.
L3Harris in Cranfield provide first-class pilot training designed for first-class crews and a comprehensive array of training courses for both airlines and individuals conducted from training centres in the UK, Thailand and U.S.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive candidate to join our Cranfield Academy Flight Operations team as we move toward an exciting new chapter within the organisation.
Supporting the Operations Manager as part of a small team, the role of Operations Assistant is to facilitate the needs of the Trainees and Flight Instructors in conjunction with the daily schedule.
Our benefits include:
25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service and with the opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days
Private medical insurance with optional family cover
Pension scheme of up to 7% employer contribution
Life Assurance 4x salary (flexible up to 10x)
Group income protection
Flexible opt-in extras such as a health care cash plan, dental insurance, gym membership, critical illness cover and cycle to work scheme
Employee assistance program providing mental health and wellbeing support
Day to day responsibilities will include (but not limited to):
Working with team members to deliver the daily flying schedule, coordinating effectively and efficiently, the aircraft, simulators and the Flight Instructors with the Trainee’s curriculum.
Effective communication with Air Traffic Control (ATC) departments to book and amend training slots as required by Instructors and Trainees.
Liaise with other partner agencies for maintenance issues and the refuelling of aircraft.
Maintain accurate and up to date aircraft records.
Manoeuvre aircraft using electronic equipment or manual tow bars for parking or as required.
Ensuring aircraft are secured at the end of the day.
Oversee night operations and illuminate parking areas when aircraft are manoeuvring during hours of darkness.
Conduct daily checks to ensure that all equipment is safely and securely stored and is fully functional for the following day.
Provide general support for Instructors and Trainees where possible.
Fire Marshal and First Aider duties for the Cranfield Academy (full training provided)
Participate in ongoing training programs, including on-line courses.
Reporting to the Operations manager and making them aware of any issues.
Requirements:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Customer service experience in a fast-paced environment.
Self-motivated and proactive.
Proficient with Microsoft Office (specifically Excel and Word).
Comfortable working in a diverse and multicultural environment.
Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle challenging situations with professionalism.
No aviation experience necessary as full training will be provided.
Please note: All candidates who wish to be considered for this vacancy must have the right to work in the UK.
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.