Aeronautical Maintenance Technician

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided or allowance

Annual flight allowances

International health insurance

Visa and iqama support

Job summary

SmartRecruiters, Inc. is seeking a Certified Aeronautical Technician B1.3 to perform airworthiness maintenance on rotorcraft in Riyadh, under EASA Part 66 rules. You will conduct scheduled/unscheduled maintenance, inspections and documentation, ensuring safety and compliance in a multicultural, high-performance setting.

Potential mid-term mobility to Asia-Pacific locations. Requirements include EASA Part 66 B1.3, 3–5 years in helicopter maintenance, and hands-on Airbus Helicopters experience.

Qualifications

• EASA Part 66 Category B1.3 licence (Turbine-powered Helicopters) mandatory.
• 3–5 years helicopter maintenance experience (line or MRO).
• Hands-on experience on Airbus Helicopters (H145, H160, H225 or equivalent).
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic and transmission systems know-how.
• Ability to read AMM/CMM/IPC technical docs.
• Familiar with CMMS/maintenance management systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled rotorcraft maintenance across manufacturers.
• Carry out periodic inspections per approved maintenance programs (APM, CMM, AMM).
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and transmission systems.
• Certify airworthiness and return-to-service under EASA Part 66.
• Manage maintenance documentation (work orders, reports, logs).
• Ensure quality, safety and airworthiness procedures are followed.
• Coordinate with technical teams and local authorities; mentor junior techs.

Skills

EASA Part 66

Airbus Helicopters

Mechanical systems

Hydraulic systems

Technical docs

CMMS familiarity

English fluency

Tools

CMMS

Job description

My client is a leading international player in the civil aviation sector, specializing in helicopter distribution and maintenance (MRO). Operating across multiple continents, the group delivers high-level technical services in demanding and multicultural environments. As part of the expansion of its maintenance operations in the Middle East and the launch of new strategic initiatives, my client is strengthening its field maintenance teams and offering international career development opportunities, particularly toward the Asia-Pacific region.

Job Description

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager / MRO Director of Operations, the Certified Aeronautical Technician B1.3 will be responsible for performing maintenance and ensuring the airworthiness of rotorcraft in compliance with applicable EASA regulations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on rotorcraft (all manufacturers)
• Carrying out periodic inspections in accordance with approved maintenance programs (APM, CMM, AMM)
• Troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, and transmission systems
• Certifying aircraft return-to-service in compliance with EASA Part 66 requirements
• Completing and managing maintenance documentation (work orders, reports, aircraft logbooks)
• Ensuring strict adherence to quality, safety, and airworthiness procedures
• Coordinating with technical teams, continuing airworthiness departments, and local authorities
• Supporting and mentoring junior technicians when applicable

The position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, within an international and high-performance operational environment, with potential mid-term mobility to Asia-Pacific locations (e.g., Kuala Lumpur, Singapore).

Qualifications

• EASA Part 66 Category B1.3 licence (Turbine-powered Helicopters) — mandatory
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in helicopter maintenance (line maintenance and/or MRO)
• Proven hands-on experience on Airbus Helicopters aircraft (H145, H160, H225 or equivalent) — required
• Strong technical expertise in mechanical, hydraulic, transmission, and rotor systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation (AMM, CMM, IPC)
• Solid knowledge of EASA Part 145, Part M, and Part 66 regulations
• Familiarity with CMMS / maintenance management systems
• Experience in international or remote environments (offshore, VVIP, government operations) is a plus
• Fluent English is required (working language); additional languages such as Arabic or Malay are a plus

Soft skills: high level of rigor, autonomy, strong safety mindset, and ability to work under pressure in a multicultural environment.

Additional Information

• Start date: As soon as possible
• Competitive compensation based on profile and experience
• Housing provided or housing allowance
• Annual or semi-annual return flights
• International health insurance coverage
• Full visa and administrative support (Iqama)
• Expatriate tax framework with potential optimization