C-17 Avionics Technician

Rishworth Aviation; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An aviation services company is seeking experienced C-17 Avionics Technicians for maintenance roles in Abu Dhabi. Candidates should have a minimum of 6–8 years in C-17 maintenance, proven skills in troubleshooting avionics systems, and a relevant type-training certificate. Mobility assistance and various benefits are provided. Shortlisted candidates will be notified for further steps in the application process.

Benefits

Mobility assistance

Education sponsorship

Medical insurance

Attractive employee benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 6–8 years of experience in C-17 aircraft maintenance.
• Experience with aircraft servicing and component identification.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on C-17 avionics systems.
• Conduct Home Station Checks and special inspections per maintenance program.
• Operate and maintain Ground Support Equipment.
• Handle aircraft launch and recovery inspections.

Skills

Hands-on C-17 aircraft maintenance experience

Troubleshooting avionics systems

Wiring systems and functional checks

Education

C-17 Globemaster III type-training certificate

Job description

Rishworth is currently looking for C-17 Avionics Technicians who will be responsible for the daily'I' and 'O' level maintenance of the C-17 Globemaster III in accordance with both regulatory and organizational requirements.

This is a position based in Abu Dhabi which requires relocation. Mobility assistance will be provided for successful incumbents. Education sponsorship, medical and insurance will be covered along as well with attractive employee benefits.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled / unscheduled maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repair of C-17 avionics systems.
• Conduct Home Station Checks, corrosion, and special inspections per approved maintenance program.
• Operate and maintain Ground Support Equipment (GSE), tools, and equipment records.
• Handle aircraft launch / recovery, including pre-, thru-, post-flight, and quick turnaround inspections.

Support surge operations, deployments, and contingency tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 6–8 years of hands‑on C-17 aircraft maintenance experience.
• Proven experience in aircraft servicing, component identification, troubleshooting, wiring systems and functional checks etc.

C-17 Globemaster III type-training certificate

Please APPLY NOW if you are interested with your latest up-to-date CV. Do note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.