F-16 Crew Chief

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

Job summary

An aviation service provider is seeking F-16 Crew Chiefs for flight line maintenance in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This role requires a strong background in scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of F-16 aircraft, along with a FAA A&P and F-16 Training Certificate. Candidates should have 5-8 years of experience, be familiar with USAF or Lockheed Martin procedures, and be prepared to relocate. Attractive benefits including education sponsorship and mobility assistance are provided.

Benefits

Education sponsorship

Medical and insurance coverage

Mobility assistance

Attractive employee benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of experience on the F-16.
• Familiar with USAF or Lockheed Martin maintenance procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled / unscheduled maintenance on F-16 aircraft.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and avionics faults.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date maintenance documentation.
• Support modifications, upgrades, and system integration.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Scheduled / unscheduled maintenance on F-16 aircraft

Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults

Knowledge of safety and regulatory standards

Education

FAA A&P and F-16 Training Certificate

Job description

Rishworth is currently looking for F-16 Crew Chiefs who will be responsible for the flight line maintenance of the F-16in 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 on F-16 aircraft and systems
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and avionics faults.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date maintenance documentation.
• Support modifications, upgrades, and system integration.

Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Job Requirements

• FAA A&P and F-16 Training Certificate
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience on the F-16
• Familiar with USAF or Lockheed Martinmaintenance procedures.

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