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Octopus Computer Associates

Flight Data Analyst - Brize Norton, West Oxfordshire (Fully onsite) - SC Cleared - 24 Months

On site

Brize norton, United kingdom

Freelance

28-10-2025

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Job Specifications

Flight Data Analyst - Brize Norton, West Oxfordshire (Fully onsite) - SC Cleared - 24 Months
Blue chip client is looking for a Flight Data Analyst. You Need to be within 45 min commute of Brize Norton.
Location: Brize Norton (no remote working allowed). Fully Onsite.
Duration: 30/09/2027
Expenses Payable: No
MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA AND ELIGBLE FOR SC CLEARANCE
Role Description:
Flight Data Analyst
On site 5 days/Shift pattern (weekends, evenings, and bank holidays)
My client are looking to recruit a Flight Data Analyst to join our team based in Brize Norton.
Need to be within 45 min commute of Brize Norton.
Job Purpose
Support A400M maintenance by capturing and transferring maintenance information into the Maintenance Data System (MDS) generated by Part 145 during missions. This includes the period before aircraft departure until its return to the base, with weekly reports produced and sent to Part 145 to ensure all maintenance activities meet airworthiness standards.
Key Responsibilities
Enter retrospective data on MDS, including:
Closing work orders
Entering SRPs date and time as signed off by engineers
Creating and closing logbook entries
Opening ADFs and/or OOPs
Inputting flight ground test data
Deferring logbook entry work orders
Introducing servicing reports into MDS system
Performing equipment transactions
Send weekly reports to Part 145 with the maintenance plan
Report and escalate any system issues to relevant individuals
General administration tasks
Support essential maintenance activities for live flight events, including on-call responsibilities during evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, in a 24/7 rolling rota.
Essential Skills and Qualifications
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Methodical attention to detail
Teamwork skills
Ability to work under pressure
Quick learner
Administrative/technical background desirable
Security Clearance or eligibility required
Must hold a driving license
Must live within 45 minutes of Brize Norton
Good report writing skills
Desirable Skills and Qualifications
Experience with MDS
Aircraft maintenance experience, including Part 145 and Part M, is advantageous
Experience with information or data management software tools
Training Provided
Comprehensive training will be provided on the use of the Maintenance Data System (MDS)
On-the-job training and shadowing experienced team members
Supportive environment to help new employees quickly adapt to their roles and responsibilities
Please send CV for full details and immediate interviews. We are a preferred supplier to the client.

About the Company

Octopus is one of the oldest and most established technical staffing organisations in Europe having specialised in placing consultants since its inception in 1976. From our offices in London and Brussels we have worked with many large organisations for over 40 years, helping them successfully grow and develop via the placement of quality candidates across the UK, Europe, Americas and Asia Pacific. "Our company ethos since our inception in 1976 has been to provide a professional and quality service to both our clients and ca... Know more