Aircraft Technician - Flight Training Academy

About the role

Emirates is recruiting a qualified Aircraft Technician for its Flight Training Academy in Dubai. The technician carries out aircraft and component maintenance in line with approved procedures, manufacturer guidelines and regulatory requirements, working under the direction of Licensed Aircraft Engineers on a fleet of 27 aircraft. The role is safety-sensitive and may require deployment to diversionary airfields.

Key responsibilities

• Routine aircraft, engine and component servicing, maintenance and approved structural repairs, including fluid replenishment, refuelling and system servicing.
• Component replacements, defect rectification and modifications, following maintenance job cards.
• Interpret and use technical documentation such as AMM, IPC and CMM.
• Report defects, support scheduled inspections, diagnose mechanical and electrical issues and test communication and diagnostic systems.
• Assist with arrival and departure walk-around checks and troubleshooting.
• Maintain safety compliance, airport driving permit, housekeeping and FOD prevention, and ensure effective shift handovers.
• Work at heights, in confined spaces and around hazardous energy systems, pressurised substances, moving equipment, noise, heat and chemicals.

Required profile

• Apprenticeship in Aircraft Maintenance or equivalent training from a reputable airline or approved maintenance organisation.
• Or an Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Licence with at least seven years of relevant experience.
• Sound technical knowledge of maintenance procedures, servicing, component replacement, inspections and defect rectification.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals and practical experience diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults is advantageous.
• Attention to detail, commitment to safety and quality, effective communication and teamwork.
• Flexibility to work shifts and deploy to diversionary airfields; comfort in an operational airport environment.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Career development opportunities.
• Travel benefits.