About the Role
The Riding Engineer is responsible for performing essential riding engineer duties that ensure the continued airworthiness and operational reliability of the aircraft. This role supports Line Maintenance operations across outstations and Abu Dhabi as required, ensuring full authorization coverage, regulatory compliance, and adherence to approved maintenance data. The Engineer may be rostered to Abu Dhabi Line Maintenance or engineering hangars to maintain authorization validity and meet duty hour requirements.
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Responsibilities
- Perform all riding engineer duties in strict accordance with approved aircraft maintenance documents, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure full compliance with UAE GCAA regulations and technical standards.
- Maintain valid licenses, approvals, and authorizations; proactively communicate upcoming training or renewal requirements to Resource Management and LMI Management at least six (6) months prior to expiry.
- Deliver high-quality aircraft maintenance activities to ensure aircraft are released to service safely, on time, and in accordance with the approved operating schedule.
- Apply best-practice technical judgment to resolve defects effectively during line operations and riding duties.
- Maintain aircraft exterior and interior cabin standards in line with world-class brand and customer experience expectations.
- Promote the use of modern tools, digital systems, and industry best practices to enhance efficiency, reliability, and safety.
- Review industry occurrences and external best practices to support continuous improvement across Line Maintenance International operations.
- Support the implementation of the OGSM framework as the core driver for operational performance, safety, and reliability within Line Maintenance and Cabin Maintenance activities.
- Actively contribute to a strong safety culture through professional conduct, compliance, and continuous learning.
Qualifications
- High School Certificate or equivalent; technical or engineering diploma/degree preferred.
- Valid Aircraft Maintenance License (GCAA / EASA Part-66 / ICAO Type convertible to GCAA).
- Minimum of 2-3 years of certifying experience on at least 2 aircraft type ratings (Level 3) — Airbus A320 / A350 / A380, Boeing 777 / 787 — with valid company authorization.
- Minimum 5 years of aircraft maintenance experience, including at least 3 years in a Line Maintenance environment.
- Strong technical knowledge of line maintenance and defect rectification.
- Clear communication and effective coordination with operational stakeholders.
- High attention to detail and regulatory awareness.
- Proactive, adaptable, and capable of operating independently in an international operational environment.
Additional Information
The company is more than the UAE’s national airline; it is shaping the future of global aviation. From the hub in Abu Dhabi, we connect people across continents and cultures, while driving our “Journey 2030” ambition to double our fleet, expand our network, and grow our people for a new era of excellence. Join us and become part of a vision where the world is your workplace and extraordinary experiences take flight.
