Aircraft Structures Technician

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Etihad Airways seeks an Aircraft Structures Technician in Abu Dhabi to perform structural repairs under GCAA CAR 145, including inspections, rework, and repairs to composite or metallic airframes and engines per OEM specifications. You will assess damages, review SRM or CMM, provide defect data to the Aircraft Engineer, document all work in the Structures handover, and maintain a safe, clean environment while leading a team when required. Ideal candidates have a high school certificate, formal training in aircraft structures or composites, 4+ years in aviation with ramp operations, and 3-5 years in structural repair and maintenance plus leadership. Tips: tailor your resume to highlight OEM procedures, SRM/CMM familiarity, SDRR documentation, CAR 145 experience, and your ability to work onsite in Abu Dhabi and collaborate across teams.

Job Description

Synopsis

The Aircraft Structures Technician performs structural repairs on the Etihad fleet as per Etihad’s GCAA CAR 145 Maintenance approval. Structural repairs include inspections, cleaning, re-work, and repairs to composite or metallic airframes, nacelles, and engines in accordance with OEM specifications.

Accountabilities

• Assesses aircraft or engine reported damages and executes repairs necessary as per OEM instructions.
• Reviews the Structure Repair Manual (SRM) or Component Maintenance Manual (CMM) for damage assessments, and repair procedures.
• Provides the Aircraft Engineer the necessary information or data related to any structural defect with associated information from the OEM which determines the aircraft’s damage condition.
• Documents all work performed in the Structures handover to ensure work continuity is clear and consistent.
• Provides the Lead Structures Technician with the Structure Damager Repair Record (SDRR) for every new damage assessed.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Education: High School Certificate or Equivalent.
• Formal basic aircraft maintenance structures/ composite training or equivalents is preferable. 
• Experience: Four years working in a Live Aviation environment and Ramp operations. In addition, you must be proficient in structural assessments including composite and metallic structures.
• Must possess 3-5 years of structural/ composite repair and maintenance experience preferably with Airlines or MRO
• Ability to work independently and possess skills to take charge and lead a team.

Additional Information

Etihad Airways is more than the UAE’s national airline - we’re shaping the future of global aviation. From our 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.

To learn more visit www.etihad.com

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