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Aircraft Engineer - B1 Licensed

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Job Description - Aircraft Engineer - B1 Licensed

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer to join a high-performing maintenance team supporting a fleet of business and corporate aircraft in Abu Dhabi.

This role is responsible for delivering both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, ensuring aircraft are maintained and released to service to the highest standards of safety, compliance, and reliability.

You will play a key part in aircraft dispatch, defect rectification, and technical leadership both at base and during AOG/outstation support.

Key Responsibilities

Aircraft Maintenance & Certification

  • Carry out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities
  • Perform inspections, troubleshooting, defect rectification, and modifications
  • Conduct component removals/installations and routine servicing
  • Complete pre-departure and post-arrival checks
  • Certify aircraft in accordance with licence privileges and regulatory approvals
  • Ensure all work is completed in line with current maintenance manuals and technical instructions

Operational Support

  • Support line maintenance and aircraft dispatch to ensure on-time operations
  • Monitor deferred defects (DDL/MEL items) and coordinate timely rectification
  • Arrange required spares, tooling, and resources
  • Provide real-time serviceability updates to Operations and Maintenance Control
  • Highlight any technical risks or potential service disruptions

Team Leadership

  • Supervise and guide maintenance staff during shifts
  • Allocate tasks and set priorities to ensure safe and efficient operations
  • Ensure adherence to all technical, safety, and quality procedures
  • Support aircraft when operating away from base, including AOG situations

Compliance & Documentation

  • Complete all maintenance documentation and certifications accurately and on time
  • Ensure full compliance with MOE/LPM and local aviation authority regulations
  • Follow all safety, health, and environmental standards

Requirements

Essential

  • Valid UAE GCAA B1 License (no limitations)
  • Type rating on A320 Family (CFM56) and/or Gulfstream G450
  • Minimum 10 years aircraft maintenance experience
  • At least 3–5 years as a Licensed Aircraft Engineer
  • Strong working knowledge of GCAA / EASA / FAA regulations
  • Ability to work independently at outstations and during AOG support

Desirable

  • Experience in VIP, business aviation, or corporate aircraft environments
  • Background within a large carrier or maintenance organisation
  • Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills
  • Leadership and team supervision experience

What We Offer

  • Competitive tax-free UAE salary
  • Exposure to modern aircraft and a professional maintenance environment
  • Opportunities for travel and outstation support
  • Career progression within a growing aviation operation
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