Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License (AMEL) Scholarship Programme (Emiratisation)

Emirates Airlines - Other locations; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline in the UAE is offering the AMEL Scholarship program in Dubai for aspiring aircraft technicians. This fully sponsored program provides intensive training and practical experience over five years, leading to certification and career advancement. Ideal candidates are UAE nationals aged 18-24, with a high school diploma and English fluency. Enjoy a competitive tax-free salary and travel benefits.

Benefits

Monthly salary of AED 8,665

Concessional Tickets for you and your family

Medical coverage

Emirates Platinum discount

Qualifications

• Fall within the age range of 18 to 24.
• Be medically fit.
• Hold a valid UAE passport and Khulasat Al Qaid.
• Have completed the National Service before joining the program.

Responsibilities

• Undergo intensive theoretical and practical training.
• Gain practical maintenance experience working on live aircraft.

Skills

English Fluency

Education

Grade 12 with a minimum score of 80%

Job description

Job Purpose

Join our elite AMEL Scholarship for UAE nationals at the Emirates Engineering Training College in Dubai. Become a skilled aircraft technician for the world's largest planes. Approved by UAE GCAA, our program offers top‑notch training, expert guidance, and the chance to excel in maintaining our dynamic fleet. Elevate your career with us!

Programme Details

Our AMEL programme is fully sponsored and has an approximate duration of five years, consisting of two phases.

Phase 1

Initial Training - 3 years

You will go through intensive theoretical and practical training. Upon successful completion, you will receive a GCAA certificate from the Emirates Engineering Training College, a Higher Diploma from Emirates Aviation University, attested by Ministry of Higher Education and a Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering issued by NQC - MOHESR.

What you will receive during this period?

• Monthly salary of AED 8,665
• Concessional Tickets for you and your family
• Medical coverage
• Emirates Platinum discount

Phase 2

Practical Maintenance Experience (PME) - 2 years

In this phase, you will gain practical maintenance experience working on live aircraft. Upon completing this phase, you will qualify to apply to GCAA for the Basic Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence (AMEL) and you will become a full‑fledged Aircraft Technician.

During this period, your monthly salary will progress to:

• 1st year AED 21,659
• 2nd year AED 22,659
• Upon successful completion, AED 23,697

Qualification

• Fall within the age range of 18 to 24.
• Have successfully completed Grade 12 with a minimum score of 80%.
• Have completed the National Service before joining the program. You can start the selection process after completing high school.
• Be medically fit.
• Hold a valid UAE passport and Khulasat Al Qaid.
• English Fluency. You are expected to provide (post‑assessment) TOEFL PBT score of 510/IBT 6.5, or an IELTS score of 6.

Our Selection Process

1. Math and Physics Tests
2. Panel Interview
3. Medical examination

Before clicking the ‘Apply’ button, these documents must be ready for upload as part of your application process.

We will not be able to start your application process until all documents have been correctly uploaded.

• CV
• Highest Education Certificate
• Passport
• Emirates ID
• Khulasat Al Qaid
• National Service completion letter (If applicable)

Salary & benefits

Join us in Dubai and enjoy an attractive tax‑free salary and travel benefits that are exclusive to our industry, including discounts on flights and hotels stays around the world. Find out what it’s like to live and work in our fast‑paced, cosmopolitan home city in the Dubai Lifestyle section of our website www.emirates.com/careers