JOB DESCRIPTION / ROLE
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 Damage Repair Record (SDRR) for every new damage assessed.
- Maintains a safe and clean work environment.
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.
About Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was formed in 2003 and quickly went on to become one of the world's leading airlines. From its home in Abu Dhabi, Etihad flies to passenger and cargo destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America. Together with Etihad's codeshare partners, Etihad's network offers access to hundreds of international destinations. In recent years, Etihad has received numerous awards for its superior service and products, cargo offering, loyalty programme, and more. All this ties into Etihad's ambitious Journey 2030 strategy. The airline plans to double its fleet size and triple the number of customers over the next six years as it sets out to be the airline everyone wants to fly!
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
Etihad Airways is the National Airline of the United Arab Emirates. The airline was set up by a Royal Decree in July 2003, with Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE, as its hub. Etihad started commercial operations in November 2003.
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