Graduate Engineer Trainee

Air Arabia; Sharjah; On-site; AED 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Arabia is seeking an Engineer to engage in Base and Line Maintenance tasks. The successful candidate will support engineering development, manage maintenance responsibilities, and participate in technical analysis.

The role demands a degree in Aircraft Engineering, with 2-5 years of experience preferred. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential to provide effective solutions and support within the team.

Qualifications

• Degree in Aircraft Engineering or equivalent required.
• 2-5 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Capable of using technology systems and tools.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering development and maintenance tasks.
• Conduct technical root-cause analysis under supervision.
• Manage communications with other Engineers and Technicians.

Skills

Aircraft Engineering knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Aircraft Engineering/Aeronautical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

MRO systems

Web Search

Job description

Job Purpose

Fulfil experience over a 2 year period in assigned areas and demonstrate knowledge and experience suitable for Engineer role.

To encompass multiple areas of learning to include AMP, Systems, Reliability, Warranty, Propulsion, APU, short/long term maintenance, Technical Records, Technical Library, logistics, rotable management and special projects.

The individual will learn how to evaluate and manage AD’s and SB and how to translate this knowledge into business control measures for the airline.

Base and/or Line Maintenance

Fulfil experience over a 2 year period in assigned areas whilst obtaining knowledge and experience to gain Basic License suitable for Engineer role.

To encompass multiple areas of learning to carry out and supervise Base and/or Line maintenance tasks on Air Arabia and third party aircrafts within the applicable & relevant License Category, ensuring the required work is performed, certified and recorded accurately and timely in accordance with Air Arabia and regulatory requirements.

Key Result Responsibilities

• Support the engineering development engineers or other CAMO staff in providing support to maintenance (Line, Hangar, MCC, other CAMO department), performance review, analysis of requests, management reporting, corrective measures, and necessary modifications.
• Carries out a programme of training as agreed with the Air Arabia Training Manager and/ or Line Manager.
• Utilizes data gathered from different sources to conduct, under supervision, technical root‑cause analysis and troubleshooting and to decide on aircrafts efficiency and maintenance needs.
• Analyzes data and technical performance reports, under supervision, to identify trends, highlight findings and suggest solutions and proactive modifications.
• Identifies corrective measures and modifications, under supervision, to fix any damages or airworthiness findings, recommends AMP inclusions/exclusions along with justification and supporting evidences, as and when required.
• Reviews technical document, under supervision, as per TPM section 5, for implementation of modifications/repairs subject to CAMO management acceptance.
• Carries out training with other areas of the CAMO engineering environment such as Projects, Warranty, etc.
• Assists in the closure of occurrence reports under supervision.
• Participates in function related meetings/conferences and events both internally and externally.
• Continues to engage in personal development undertaking such trainings as deemed required by the Training Manager and or Line Manager.
• Performs any other duties as advised by the direct supervisor.

Maintenance Responsibilities

• Reviews assigned maintenance work with the Shift Manager to gain full understanding of tasks, their relative priorities, documentation re‑Requirements and cautions, prior to starting work.
• Under guidance, prepares and performs scheduled aircraft maintenance according to assigned task cards, ensuring that the required documentation, parts, tools and GSE are obtained and used per issued instructions.
• Under guidance, carries out aircraft test and inspection tasks to the standard necessary to fully identify and record any defects or damage in accordance with approved maintenance procedures.
• Under guidance, performs defect troubleshooting and rectification in accordance with Aircraft Maintenance Manuals and instructions provided by Engineering Department.
• Manages communications with other Engineers and Technicians related to the assigned tasks, ensuring proper coordination, continuity and handover of work.
• By proper work planning, decision making and communications, ensures that maintenance tasks are carried out whenever possible within the planned ground time to avoid operational delay.
• Manages the safety of assigned maintenance tasks, ensuring all published mandatory precautions are taken prior to commencing work and during task execution.
• Takes positive steps to protect self and other persons in the area of the maintenance activity from any possible injury, including the use of proper GSE and protective equipment.
• Manages human factors aspects of maintenance, ensuring that the continuity of critical maintenance tasks is protected, by avoidance of task interruption and the proper use of handover procedures.
• Internal Customer Service: provides positive support to other operational teams in ABY, provides proactive and helpful professional advice, suggestions and solutions.
• Representing Air Arabia: presents a positive and competent image of technical professionalism to ABY Flight Crews, other companies’ personnel and ABY customers.
• Maintains positive awareness to the cost of aircraft maintenance including use of time and materials. Minimises unnecessary waste of consumable material and part repair cost by avoiding unnecessary damage and repeat work during maintenance.

Qualifications (Academic, Training, Languages)

• A degree in Aircraft Engineering/ Electro‑Mechanical/Aeronautical or equivalent (LAE); alternately a higher diploma or certificate in the related field from a recognized university or engineering college combined with needed experience and exposure.
• Capable of using technology systems & tools; proficient in Microsoft office, MRO systems and Web Search.
• Very good written and verbal communication skills: reporting, presentations, etc.
• Very good in English Language.

Work Experience

• 2-5 years in a university with a specialisation in Aviation.
• A balanced personality with focus and commitment to achieve successful results.
• Good Theoretical knowledge of relevant areas of Aircraft Engineering, supported with some practical experience.
• Engaged and motivated to learn.
• High accuracy and attention to both results and details.
• Proven skills in analyzing data, identifying irregularities and suggesting solutions.
• Cost‑oriented, possesses good problem‑solving skills.
• Employs knowledge and interpersonal relations to support company’s objectives.