Senior Aircraft Calibration & Maintenance Lead

Emirates; Dubai; On-site; AED 391,000 - 614,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel benefits

Tax-free salary

Job summary

Emirates is seeking an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to perform maintenance, calibration, surface finishing, and painting on Emirates and third-party aircraft and components in Dubai. You will work under supervision within a trained team.

Requirements include a engineering degree, 5+ years in aviation, and multiple calibration/servicing authorisations; familiarity with AMM/IPC/CMM/SPM and safety standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or Honours (12+3 or equivalent).
• 5+ years of experience in engineering.
• Degree in Engineering in Aeronautical, Mechanical, Avionics, Electronics, or Technical Engineering or Aircraft Maintenance Engineering License or Engineering Apprenticeship. Post-qualification experience in the aviation field with an engineering background, including at least 2 years in a workshop environment.
• Understand the functions, processes, and operational requirements of the assigned workshop, including familiarity with standard and specialised tools, equipment, and safety practices.
• Be fully conversant with aviation regulations and international standards for aircraft maintenance, and possess knowledge of industrial safety practices applicable across relevant workshop operations.
• Hold a minimum of four calibration/servicing authorisations and perform calibrations within scope, including operating specialised equipment, conducting intermediate checks, preventive maintenance, and signing test, verification, and calibration reports as an authorised performer.
• Maintain environmental monitoring records and perform quality-related activities as directed by the Technical Manager (TM) or Lab In-Charge.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine component and tool servicing, calibration, maintenance, modification, and/or approved structural repairs in compliance with manufacturers procedures while observing all safety protocols.
• Complete any component or tool maintenance and other tasks as assigned by the immediate Supervisor or Engineers. This includes obtaining and understanding the Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM), Illustrated Parts Catalogue (IPC), Component Maintenance Manual (CMM), Standard Practice Manual (SPM), Quality Manual ISO/IEC 17025, or other approved documentation required to carry out the task.
• Assist Supervisors or Engineers in troubleshooting, defect rectification, and performing modifications while following instructions contained in the job card.
• Ensure all work locations are kept clean and maintain excellent housekeeping. Maintain vigilance in ensuring work areas (including the ramp), vehicles, stands, and lockers are free of FOD, and that toolboxes are regularly audited, maintained, and kept clean.
• Promote and uphold a strong safety culture to minimise the risk of accidents and highlight any deficiencies or failures that could lead to such accidents. This includes being aware of and communicating safety shortfalls.
• Ensure prompt attendance to all allocated tasks to minimise turnaround time (TAT) and prevent operational delays or disruptions. Communicate any aircraft, component, or structural defects found to the Supervisor or Engineer, and provide clear handover information during shift changes.
• Perform testing, verification, servicing, and support for overhaul, repair, refurbishment, inspection, and calibration tasks required as per special procedures and respective workshop manuals.

Skills

Engineering experience

Aviation regulations knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

Degree in Engineering (Aeronautical/Mechanical/Avionics/Electronics) or Aircraft Maintenance Engineering License

Post-qualification aviation experience

Tools

Workshop tools familiarity

Calibrations instruments

Job description

Emirates is seeking an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to perform maintenance, calibration, surface finishing, and painting on Emirates and third-party aircraft and components in Dubai. You will work under supervision within a trained team.

Requirements include a engineering degree, 5+ years in aviation, and multiple calibration/servicing authorisations; familiarity with AMM/IPC/CMM/SPM and safety standards is essential.