Lead Technician - Precision Aerospace Engine Components

EPI; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

EPI in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Lead Technician to direct shop-floor activities related to metallic aerospace engine components. The role emphasizes hands-on machining, inspection, and continuous improvement in a highly regulated environment.

You will train technicians, ensure compliance with quality standards, and collaborate with engineering and quality teams to drive safe, efficient production and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience with precision machining and metalworking for aerospace components.
• Knowledge of engine hardware handling and related processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical directions and ensure quality standards on the shop floor.
• Lead day-to-day activities of a technicians team working on metallic engine components.
• Train and mentor junior technicians on SOPs and safety protocols.
• Complete inspection and NCR documentation and build logs.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment per OSHA and EHS policies.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to identify inefficiencies and improvements.
• Develop and revise work instructions and tooling to enhance safety, quality and throughput.

Skills

Precision machining

Metalworking

Engine hardware handling

Education

Mechanical/Manufacturing/Precision/Aerospace Engineering degree or certification

Job description

EPI in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Lead Technician to direct shop-floor activities related to metallic aerospace engine components. The role emphasizes hands-on machining, inspection, and continuous improvement in a highly regulated environment.

You will train technicians, ensure compliance with quality standards, and collaborate with engineering and quality teams to drive safe, efficient production and accurate documentation.