EASA Licensed Engineer (B1 or B2)

Oaklands Global Aviation Recruitment & Executive Search; Köln; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Oaklands Global are seeking an experienced EASA Licensed Engineer (B1 or B2) to join our client’s maintenance team in Cologne. You will carry out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, certify tasks to EASA Part-145, and diagnose defects to uphold safety and airworthiness in a modern fleet.

Role requires hands-on maintenance experience, current type rating, and the right to work in Germany without sponsorship. 7 on 7 off pattern applies; accommodation not provided.

Qualifications

• Valid EASA Part-66 B1 or B2 Licence.
• Current type rating on any aircraft.
• Recent hands-on maintenance experience on the relevant aircraft type.
• Strong knowledge of EASA Part-145 maintenance requirements.
• Right to work in Germany without sponsorship.
• Experience in line maintenance and/or base maintenance environments.
• Human Factors, Fuel Tank Safety, and EWIS training.
• Flexible approach to shift work and operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance activities.
• Certify maintenance tasks in accordance with EASA Part-145 regulations and company procedures.
• Diagnose and rectify aircraft defects and technical issues.
• Ensure all maintenance documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Support aircraft turnaround activities to meet operational requirements.
• Maintain compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Liaise effectively with maintenance control, engineering management, and flight operations teams.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

EASA Part-66 Licence B1/B2

Job description

Oaklands Global are currently seeking experienced EASA Licensed Engineer (B1 or B2) to join our client's growing maintenance team based in Cologne.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic aviation environment, supporting the maintenance and continued airworthiness of a modern fleet. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring aircraft are maintained to the highest standards of safety, compliance, and operational reliability.

Shift Pattern: 7 on 7 off

Contract Type: Permanent (Accommodation and flights are NOT provided)

Type Rating: ANY

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance activities.
• Certify maintenance tasks in accordance with EASA Part-145 regulations and company procedures.
• Diagnose and rectify aircraft defects and technical issues.
• Ensure all maintenance documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Support aircraft turnaround activities to meet operational requirements.
• Maintain compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Liaise effectively with maintenance control, engineering management, and flight operations teams.

Requirements

• Valid EASA Part-66 B1 or B2 Licence.
• Current type rating on any aircraft
• Recent hands‑on maintenance experience on the relevant aircraft type.
• Strong knowledge of EASA Part-145 maintenance requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Right to work in Germany without sponsorship
• Additional aircraft type ratings.
• Experience in line maintenance and/or base maintenance environments.
• Human Factors, Fuel Tank Safety, and EWIS training.
• Flexible approach to shift work and operational requirements.

Why work with Oaklands Global?

We are the world’s leading aviation and aerospace recruitment and executive search firm, trusted by the most respected names in the industry to deliver results with integrity, discretion, and excellence.

With over 50 years of combined experience, we don’t just fill roles, we shape careers and give our clients a competitive talent advantage. We take immense pride in the quality of our searches and are committed to representing only the very best candidates to the very best businesses.

At Oaklands Global, every application is handled with the utmost professionalism and complete confidentiality.

Whether or not your profile is shortlisted, you will hear from us, because we believe in treating every candidate with respect and care.

We’re not just here to help you land your next role. We are here to elevate your career.