Aeronautical Maintenance Technician

Role Overview

Aeronautical Maintenance Technician with IOTA GROUP, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role reports to the Maintenance Manager / MRO Director of Operations and is responsible for performing maintenance and ensuring the airworthiness of rotorcraft in compliance with applicable EASA regulations.

Company Overview

IOTA GROUP is a leading international player in the civil aviation sector, specializing in helicopter distribution and maintenance (MRO). The group operates across multiple continents, delivering high-level technical services in demanding and multicultural environments. This position supports the expansion of maintenance operations in the Middle East and the launch of new strategic initiatives, with potential mid-term mobility to Asia-Pacific locations such as Kuala Lumpur and Singapore.

Role Purpose

Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on rotorcraft across all manufacturers, ensure aircraft airworthiness and return-to-service certification in compliance with EASA Part 66 requirements, and support the MRO team in delivering high-standard technical services in an international operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance Operations

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on rotorcraft from all manufacturers.
• Carry out periodic inspections in accordance with approved maintenance programs (APM, CMM, AMM).
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and transmission systems.
• Certify aircraft return-to-service in compliance with EASA Part 66 requirements.

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete and manage maintenance documentation including work orders, reports, and aircraft logbooks.
• Ensure strict adherence to quality, safety, and airworthiness procedures.
• Maintain compliance with EASA Part 145, Part M, and Part 66 regulations.

Coordination & Support

• Coordinate with technical teams, continuing airworthiness departments, and local authorities.
• Support and mentor junior technicians when applicable.

Qualifications & Experience

• EASA Part 66 Category B1.3 licence (Turbine-powered Helicopters) — mandatory.
• Minimum 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.
• Experience in international or remote environments (offshore, VVIP, government operations) is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Familiarity with CMMS / maintenance management systems.
• Fluent English (working language); additional languages such as Arabic or Malay are a plus.
• High level of rigor and autonomy.
• Strong safety mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure in a multicultural environment.

Additional Information

Contract & Start Date

• Duration: Long-term, renewable assignment.
• Start date: As soon as possible.

Expatriate Package

• 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.