Working Party Aircraft Technician (Systems)

Role Overview

Main Responsibilities

• Manage complex, high-value, cross-functional modification embodiment and repair working-party projects under EASA and FAR Part 145 requirements.
• Conduct upgrade embodiment activities on external customer aircraft.
• Perform major and complex repair projects, including incidental and fleet-wide repairs.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, and environmental aircraft systems.
• Perform scheduled inspections, repairs, modifications, and maintenance checks according to work orders and maintenance schedules.
• Use diagnostic equipment, technical manuals, and system-specific tools to resolve system issues.
• Collaborate with technicians, engineers, and maintenance personnel on complex system problems.
• Document work performed, parts used, and hours spent in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain current knowledge of aircraft technology, industry trends, and regulatory changes.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized, calibrated, and properly stored tool environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant technical certification or diploma is preferred.
• An EASA Part 66 License or another aircraft maintenance license is advantageous.
• Experience with Airbus flight test aircraft, especially A380 or A350, is advantageous.
• Proven aircraft technician or systems technician experience, including line and base maintenance during heavy maintenance projects.
• Knowledge of aircraft systems, flight controls, engines, landing gear, maintenance manuals, and EASA or FAA regulations.
• The source specifies 15 to 20 years of aeronautical industry experience in MRO Part 145 or aircraft manufacturing Part 21.
• Education in engineering, production, or manufacturing.
• Negotiation-level English is required; French and other languages are advantageous.
• Ability to travel worldwide and work independently, collaboratively, and in physically demanding environments.

Skills and Knowledge

• Aircraft systems include electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, and environmental systems.
• Flight control systems require inspection, adjustment, repair, and alignment knowledge.
• Engine and landing gear maintenance includes removal, installation, inspection, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Diagnostic equipment, tools, AMM, TSM, technical specifications, and system software are used for maintenance work.
• The role requires problem solving, attention to detail, communication, organization, flexibility, and teamwork.

Work Environment

• The position is based in Dubai and involves work on customer aircraft in a physically demanding environment.
• The role requires standing, bending, lifting heavy equipment, worldwide travel, and adherence to aviation safety standards.

Company

Application Notes

• Applicants consent to Airbus processing application information for recruitment and future employment monitoring purposes.