Originally Posted by
kissmysquirrel
so what's required for someone who is qualified as an engineer in another multi-discipline role, say marine mechanical/electrical/electronic, can they start as helo engineers without having to do exams then work their way up the ladder?
Just wondering.
Anyone can work on aircraft, provided the work is then certified by a Licensed engineer. That's the theory, but are you really going to let just anybody, even at mechanic level (and there's nothing wrong with being a mechanic) who doesn't know what he's doing work on your expensive aircraft? I think the lack of UK aviation manufacturing plus the rundown of the forces is resulting in a big lack of civvy engineers. If it means an increase in the value with which they are held then so much the better. It is heartening by the way to read the comments from some of flight crew on here who obviously have a grip on the value of good engineers, which is not something I have always experienced on the line at first hand. We aren't all failed pilots, some of us actually enjoy and choose to do it!
