Riding Engineer – Line Maintenance (International)

About the role

Riding Engineer is responsible for performing riding engineer duties to ensure continued aircraft airworthiness and operational reliability. The role supports Line Maintenance operations across outstations and Abu Dhabi as required, ensuring full authorization coverage, regulatory compliance, and adherence to approved maintenance data.

Key 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 Etihad technical standards.
• Maintain valid licenses, approvals, and authorizations, and communicate upcoming training or renewal needs.
• Deliver high‑quality aircraft maintenance to release aircraft safely and on time, applying best‑practice technical judgment to resolve defects.
• Promote modern tools, digital systems, and industry best practices to enhance efficiency, reliability, and safety.

Required profile

• High School Certificate or equivalent; technical or engineering diploma/degree preferred.
• Valid Aircraft Maintenance License (GCAA/EASA Part‑66/ICAO convertible to GCAA).
• 2‑3 years certifying experience on at least two Etihad type ratings (Airbus A320/A350/A380, Boeing 777/787) with company authorization.
• Minimum 5 years aircraft maintenance experience, including at least 3 years in a line‑maintenance environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of line maintenance and defect rectification, high attention to detail and regulatory awareness.

Required skills

• Aircraft Maintenance License (GCAA, EASA Part‑66, ICAO Type).
• Proficiency with Airbus A320, A350, A380 and Boeing 777, 787 type ratings.
• Line maintenance procedures and defect rectification.
• Use of modern digital tools and maintenance software.