وصف الوظيفة
Role Overview
Riding Engineer at Etihad Airways, Abu Dhabi. The role performs riding engineer duties to ensure continued aircraft airworthiness and operational reliability, supporting Line Maintenance operations across outstations and Abu Dhabi as required.
Company Overview
Etihad Airways is the UAE's national airline, operating from its hub in Abu Dhabi. As part of the Journey 2030 strategy, the airline is set to double its fleet, expand its network to over 125 destinations, and triple its passenger numbers.
Role Purpose
The Riding Engineer ensures aircraft are maintained to the highest standards of safety and reliability while in line operations. The role delivers airworthiness certification, supports operational schedules, and upholds Etihad's brand and customer experience standards across all maintenance activities.
Key Responsibilities
Aircraft Airworthiness & Compliance
- 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; proactively communicate upcoming training or renewal requirements to Resource Management and LMI Management at least six (6) months prior to expiry.
Operational Performance
- 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.
Service Excellence
- Maintain aircraft exterior and interior cabin standards in line with Etihad Airways' world-class brand and customer experience expectations.
Continuous Improvement & Innovation
- 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.
Strategy & Culture
- Support the implementation of Etihad's 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 & Experience
- 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 of Etihad aircraft type ratings (Level 3) — Airbus 320 / 350 / 380, Boeing 777 / 787 — with valid company authorization.
- Minimum 5 years of aircraft maintenance experience, including at least 3 years in a Line Maintenance environment.
Skills & Competencies
- 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 Engineer may be rostered to Abu DhAbu Line Maintenance or Etihad Engineering hangars to maintain authorization validity and meet duty hour requirements.