Aircraft Structures Engineer

Etihad Airways; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline in the UAE seeks a team leader for monitoring and supervising structures, paint, and machining tasks on aircraft. The role requires extensive aviation experience and a degree in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering. The ideal candidate will have a valid B1 Aircraft Maintenance License and be proficient in assessing damages and certifying repairs according to OEM and GCAA standards. Responsibilities include leading a team, ensuring safety compliance, and documenting repairs in systems.

Qualifications

• 10 years of aviation experience with a degree, or 15 years without.
• 3 years in a team lead role.
• Formal training in aircraft structures/composites required.
• Valid B1 Aircraft Maintenance License needed.
• Proficient in SRM, CMM, AMM for EY Fleet.

Responsibilities

• Assess and repair aircraft or engine reported damages per OEM instructions.
• Review manuals for damage assessments and repair procedures.
• Certify structural repairs performed by technicians.
• Communicate with Maintenance Control Centre for damage reporting.
• Lead the structures/paint team and document repairs.

Skills

Aircraft structure assessment

Team leadership

Repair certification

Safety procedures compliance

Education

Degree in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SRM

CMM

AMM

Job description

Overview

The ASE is responsible for monitoring and supervising the structures/paint/machining tasks during the shift on all Etihad fleet using Etihad’s GCAA CAR 145 Maintenance approval. This includes the evaluation, assessment, repair procedure in accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) specifications and the final certification in line with GCAA standards to maintain required safety levels.

Responsibilities

• Assesses aircraft or engine reported damages and executes repairs necessary as per OEM instructions.
• Reviews the Structure Repair Manual (SRM) or Component Maintenance Manual (CMM) for damage assessments, and repair procedures.
• Make sure the correct/applicable manuals/documents are used. Review and certify the structural repairs performed by the structure’s technicians using the approval manuals/documents.
• Communicate with Maintenance Control Centre (MCC) for any out of limits damages.
• Record and document the repairs/inspection using the internal procedures and processes. Lead the structures/paint team in shift and distribute the workload as necessary.
• Evaluate the permanent repairs required and make sure all tooling and materials are arranged. Maintains a safe and clean work environment.
• Familiar with, enforces and follows the procedures stipulated in the Safety and Quality Management Manual (SQMM) and becomes an active participant in the workplace safety program. Encourages colleagues and is actively involved in the promotion of a positive reporting culture, by reporting any unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, or safety risk.

Education & Experience

• Education: Degree in Aeronautical, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering – Preferred
• Experience: 10 years in aviation with degree OR 15 years without; 3 years in a team lead role
• Formal training in aircraft structures/composites – Required
• Must have a valid B1 Aircraft Maintenance License as background
• Proficient in SRM, CMM, AMM (preferably EY Fleet: A350, B787, B777, A320, A380)
• Able to assess damage and certify repairs per OEM and GCAA standards
• Leads structures/paint/machining team during shift operations
• Communicates with MCC and ensures compliance with manuals and procedures
• Documents repairs using internal systems
• Promotes clean, safe, FOD-free working environment
• Active participant in SQMM and safety reporting culture
• Must complete Mandatory Induction Training within 6 months of joining
• Well-groomed with a professional and safety-focused approach

About Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was formed in 2003 and quickly went on to become one of the world’s leading airlines. From its home in Abu Dhabi, Etihad flies to passenger and cargo destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia and North America. Together with Etihad’s codeshare partners, Etihad’s network offers access to hundreds of international destinations. In recent years, Etihad has received numerous awards for its superior service and products, cargo offering, loyalty programme and more. All this ties into Etihad’s ambitious Journey 2030 strategy. The airline plans to double its fleet size and triple the number of customers over the next six years as it sets out to be the airline everyone wants to fly!

To learn more, visit etihad.com

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