8 Aircraft Mechanic jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Maintenance | Abu Dhabi, Abu Zaby, United Arab Emirates

Job Requirements

- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A P) Certificate or equivalent qualification (15R MOS).
- Minimum High School Diploma from military or commercial aircraft maintenance or airframe repair school is highly preferred.
- Completion of military or commercial aviation corrosion prevention course is preferred.
- Required Experience:
- Minimum of 8 years aviation maintenance experience, including 5+ years as a Mechanic on Apache AH-64 D/E aircraft, with at least 1-year on V6.
- Preferably at least 1 combat mission deployment exposure.
- Knowledgeable in The Army Maintenance Management System (TAMMS).
- Thorough knowledge in the use of common tools, special tools, test equipment, and aviation ground support equipment used in aircraft maintenance.

Job Description

- Performs scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance tasks.
- Supports the Maintenance Supervisor in all aspects of aircraft, facility, tool, and equipment maintenance, ensuring the fleet is fully mission-ready in line with operational goals.
- Performs inspection, servicing, and repair of aircraft and equipment according to technical publications and policies.
- Assists in training and knowledge transfer to ensure technicians attain full maintenance capacity.
- Completes all maintenance records and documentation as per DA PAM 738-751 and applicable policies.
- May perform crew duties such as Maintenance Test Flights and operational checks, subject to physical fitness.
- Performs other duties as assigned by Maintenance Supervisor or Team Lead.

The candidate will be responsible to prepare, manage and run the teaching and learning practical class laboratories at the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society (EGIS), Heriot-Watt University Dubai Campus; and provide support to academic staff and students to ensure efficient operation of space and equipment in the civil and architectural engineering laboratories, and workshop. The candidate must be proactive, hands-on, solutions-driven and have a good attitude toward working within the academic community.

Summary of Key Duties and Responsibilities :

• Plan, prepare, conduct and facilitate laboratory practicals for students within the Civil and Architectural Engineering teaching and research laboratories.
• Understand and acknowledge risks associated with the work activity and always operate in a safe and compliant manner applying control measures identified through risk assessment.
• Procurement and stock-control of all EGIS equipment (capital and consumables).
• Train students in the use of equipment and procedures within the teaching and research laboratories.
• Demonstrate equipment and techniques to students and staff as the need arises.
• Provide technical support for Bachelors, Masters and PhD dissertations and projects.
• Set up, adjust, calibrate, clean, maintain and troubleshoot equipment.
• Fault find equipment problems and repair equipment or arrange external servicing and repair.
• Responsible for the safe storage and disposal of all waste and chemicals. Ensuring all health and safety regulations are strictly adhered to and all staff and students in the teaching class areas are following safety procedures.

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, the role holder will be required to be adaptable and undertake other relevant duties commensurate with the grading of the post.

Education, Qualifications & Experience :

These are the criteria on which the short-listing and recruitment selection will be based.

Essential

• Educated to a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science or a related discipline; OR a Higher Diploma and comparable relevant industrial experience.
• Demonstrable practical experience of relevant technical / scientific work, demonstrating development through involvement in progressively more demanding work / roles.
• Competent in the use of relevant IT packages.
• Analytical and technical problem solving skills.
• Proven technical experience in own scientific or technical specialism which will have been acquired over a number of years, with a basic understanding of the relevant theory.
• Experience of relevant health and safety protocols.
• Demonstrate self-motivation and desire to achieve the objectives agreed with managers working towards the strategic goals set by the School.
• Demonstrate willingness and ability to continuously learn and develop new skills in line with changing trends in the technology field.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrable excellent customer service.
• Demonstrable ability to work quickly, flexibly and accurately in a dynamic, changing and pressured environment.
• Demonstrable professional and proactive approach.

Desirable

• Have physical ability to lift heavy weights frequently, such as soil and other concrete samples in the laboratory.
• Hold Health and Safety certification, or a related qualification.
• Experience of other technical skill sets relevant to main job function, eg welding, wood working, etc.
• Hold a light forklift license.
• Specific IT software package knowledge in drawing or simulation tools, such as Computer Aided Design, Finite Element Modelling or Computational Fluid Dynamics.

Heriot-Watt University Values

With a history dating back to 1821, Heriot-Watt University has established a reputation for world-class teaching and professionally relevant, leading-edge research, which has made it one of the top UK universities for business and industry.

We are a vibrant, forward-looking university, well known for the quality of our degrees with employers actively seeking out our graduates. Heriot-Watt is also Scotland’s international university with an unsurpassed international in-country presence. We deliver degree programmes to circa 30,000 students in 143 countries around the world, have a further overseas campus in Dubai and boast the largest international student cohort in Scotland.

At Heriot-Watt we’ve created an environment that nurtures innovation and leadership - where our researchers, staff and students can realise their potential and develop their ambitions.

We are proud of our collegiate atmosphere and integrated teaching and research approach which has helped to build a community of committed academics and highly motivated students. Our focus on careers delivers results and we’ve an excellent reputation for graduate employability.

In addition to the Edinburgh campus, we currently have campuses in the Scottish Borders, Orkney, Dubai and Malaysia. For all of our campuses we aim to provide stimulating, supportive environments conducive to effective learning and research, where staff and students can excel. At Heriot-Watt, we have an established set of values that help us to nurture innovation and leadership, and show our commitment to continuous improvement and development in all our activities.

Our values describe our deeply held beliefs and our community spirit. They characterise not only how we are as a higher education institution but also frame how we want to be.

Our values are :

• Belong
• Collaborate
• Inspire
• Celebrate

As a learning, living and working institution, we use our values as the building blocks of how we go about doing our work and how we each conduct ourselves as members of Heriot-Watt University. They represent what binds us together as a University community and help us to become the best at what we do.

The airframe and powerplant technician plays a vital role in ensuring the airworthiness of aircraft by performing maintenance, repair, inspection, and servicing tasks. This includes troubleshooting mechanical issues using technical manuals and blueprints while adhering to FAA regulations.

Key aspects of this position include scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on airframes and engines of fixed-wing and/or rotary aircraft, as well as troubleshooting mechanical and system issues and performing repairs in accordance with manufacturer specifications and FAA regulations.

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on airframes and engines of fixed-wing and/or rotary aircraft.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and system issues and perform repairs in accordance with manufacturer specifications and FAA regulations.
• Interpret and work from engineering drawings, maintenance manuals, and other technical documents.
• Complete all necessary paperwork and maintenance logs accurately, including parts usage and labor hours.
• Operate ground support equipment and obtain necessary qualifications for its use.
• Communicate effectively with team members, management, and clients regarding aircraft status and maintenance needs.
• Ensure all tools and equipment are properly maintained, controlled, and calibrated.
• Adhere to safety procedures, quality standards, and environmental regulations.
• Participate in required training programs and stay current with changes in technology and regulatory requirements.

• Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience maintaining aircraft (military rotary or fixed wing).
• Experience with business jets (preferred but not required).
• Strong understanding of FAA regulations and maintenance procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Must own and maintain a complete set of basic hand tools.
• Ability to work in varying conditions, including outdoors in inclement weather.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts as needed.
• Ability to obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge if applicable.
• Proficient in basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, maintenance tracking software, etc.).

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Published on: 10/03/2025

Overview:

Assist the Engine Supervisor to accomplish aviation unit, and intermediate maintenance inspections, services, and repairs on all assigned aircraft turbine engines and components.

Also will be responsible for:

1. Removes, replaces, services, prepares, preserves, cleans and stores engine assembles or components.
2. Disassembles, repairs, resembles, adjusts, diagnoses, tests turbine engine systems, subsystems and components according to applicable manuals and directives.
3. Assists in troubleshooting engines/engine components and rigging engine controls.
4. Uses and performs user maintenance on common and special tools.
5. Requisitions aircraft parts, and maintains shop and bench stock for repair of aircraft engine and components.
6. Inspects and prepares forms and records in accordance with DA PAM 738-751.
7. Trains host national personnel on the proper maintenance of the engines and associated components and subsystems.
8. Responsible for tools and equipment inventory assigned by the supervisor.

Job Title: Aviation Equipment Maintenance Specialist

• Assist in performing routine maintenance, inspections and repairs on aviation life support equipment (ALSE) including Night Vision Goggles.
• Inspect, clean, store and maintain ALSE/NVG equipment according to established procedures.
• Perform scheduled periodic maintenance inspections on ALSE/NVG equipment including but not limited to Aviation helmets, oxygen mask equipment, survival vests, first aid kits, head sets, Life rafts, night vision devices, survival radios, survival packs and pyrotechnics.
• Ensure accurate documentation of maintenance activities in accordance with DA PAM 738-751 and internal regulations.
• Provide training to host national personnel on the proper maintenance of ALSE equipment.

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.
• Completion of a formal ALSE/NVG training course from an accredited military or civilian school or an approved on-the-job training program (OJT).
• Knowledgeable in The Army Maintenance Management System (TAMMS) is preferable.

• Minimum of 5 years' experience working on ALSE/NVG equipment including over water flotation devices, oxygen mask equipment, first aid kits, helmet flyers, with CEP/ANR system, ANVIS 9 series and F4949 all versions.
• Thorough knowledge of common tools, special tools, hardware and equipment used in the maintenance of ALSE/NVG equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot ALSE/NVG equipment malfunctions and interpret applicable technical data.

We are seeking a highly skilled professional to join our team as an Aviation Equipment Maintenance Specialist. This role requires strong technical knowledge and hands-on experience in maintaining complex aircraft systems.

Job Title:

The role of the Aviation Engine Maintenance Specialist is to assist in the maintenance and repair of aircraft turbine engines and their components.

• Assists the engine supervisor in performing intermediate maintenance inspections, services, and repairs on assigned aircraft turbine engines and components.
• Removes, replaces, services, prepares, preserves, cleans, and stores engine assemblies or components.
• Disassembles, repairs, reassembles, adjusts, diagnoses, and tests turbine engine systems, subsystems, and components according to applicable manuals and directives.
• Assists in troubleshooting engines and engine components and rigging engine controls.
• Uses and performs user maintenance on common and special tools.
• Requisitions aircraft parts and maintains shop and bench stock for repair of aircraft engines and components.
• Inspects and prepares forms and records in accordance with DA PAM 738-751.
• Trains host national personnel on the proper maintenance of the engines and associated components and subsystems.
• Responsible for tools and equipment inventory assigned by the supervisor.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• High School diploma.
• Federal Aviation Administration Power Plant (P) license or equivalent required.
• Completion of a formal turbine engine training course from an accredited military or civilian aeronautical school preferred.
• Knowledgeable on The Army Maintenance Management System (TAMMS) is preferable.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years working with aircraft engines relevant to the aircraft platform and position required.

Nationality:

• No Restriction