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Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Jobs

We partner with global aviation organizations including MRO, CAMO, and Airlines to provide recruitment and staffing services for aircraft maintenance engineers.

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Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Job Outlook

According to Boeing, an additional 626,000 aviation technicians will be required by 2040. Aircraft Maintenance Engineer jobs are likely to remain in demand, and we therefore encourage you to connect with us to stay up to date with any new vacancies.

B1/B2, LAME, AME, A&P, and other jobs will remain in high demand into 2025 and beyond. Rishworth Aviation has 40 years of experience helping aviation professionals find great new roles. We invite Aircraft Engineers to register with us to be the first to know about new jobs.

Aircraft Engineer Testimonial

"I have had a truly wonderful time working with Rishworth. They have been incredibly supportive and professional throughout my contract, and they have always been there to assist me with anything I require. At Air Peace, I have had the opportunity to work as an Aircraft Engineer and Aircraft Quality Control Inspector. The team is fantastic, and we all collaborate exceptionally well." E. Abebe, B1 Engineer (B777), Air Peace

"Andrew at Rishworth Aviation has been a pleasure to work with since we first connected. Very professional and understanding, he does a wonderful job of balancing the client's needs with the candidate's thoughts. He is so thoughtful and considerate, going way beyond his call of duty to ensure that the entire process is smooth and seamless. A wonderful person, with a great heart, I am confident that he will continue to scale greater heights in the years to come. I recommend him whole-heartedly and would love the opportunity to work with him again." R. Dixit, Group Director - Fleet Technical Management and MCC, Cebu Pacific Air

"Andrew has been absolutely awesome in helping me with the next step in my career. I was a bit anxious about changing jobs and my country but Andrew guided me well and made my decision making a breeze. If you are looking for the next steps in your career growth I would highly recommend you get in touch with Andrew at Rishworth Aviation who will make it as easy as it can be. Thank you Andrew." V. Naik, Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Australia 

"Andrew at Rishworth Aviation was truly a pleasure to work with from the moment he reached out to me. I was in the market for a new position in a gas turbine engine workshop and it was Andrew's lightning-fast responses and friendly demeanour which had my immediate attention. This has been easily the smoothest recruitment process I've been a part of. Andrew is a fast and accurate operator with well above average communication skills. He never left me wondering what was happening next." P. Rose, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Pacific Turbine

"Rishworth’s team of skilled people understood my requirements and helped me move to Nigeria on short notice. I didn’t believe it would be this easy, but through their help it was a pleasant experience. Rishworth has a strong and dedicated team." V. Nambiar, Engineer (A340), Azman Air Services

Rishworth Aviation partners with global aviation companies for the recruitment of Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AME), Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (LAME), and Airframe & Powerplant Mechanics (A&P) on a wide range of aircraft types. We also often have jobs for related personnel such as Supervisors for Aircraft Maintenance Checks, Quality Inspectors, Heads of Maintenance, CAMO Managers and more.

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If your organization requires aircraft engineering staffing and recruitment services, please contact us for an obligation-free discussion.

Lewis Purcell
Managing Director
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Lewis brings a wealth of aviation experience within the APAC market, having worked with major aviation companies in Australia and Singapore over the past two decades to provide resourcing solutions. He has a deep understanding of staffing and resourcing solutions across flight crew, maintenance crew, C-suite, and other operational roles.

Based in Singapore, Lewis is passionate about the aviation industry and looks forward to connecting with our present and future partners to help build back aviation in 2024 and beyond.

Andrew Tay
Recruitment Director

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Andrew leads the aerospace executive & technical search practice across Rishworth Aviation to formulate and deliver customised, impactful, and strategic solutions for our clients through the combined utilization of internal networks and data-driven sourcing strategies.​​

Latest Aircraft Engineer Jobs.

ATR 42/72 LAME

Our client is a Part 145 AMO in Australia that primarily supports maintenance, repair, and overhaul of both fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft, as well as component maintenance. Due to sustained and continual growth, they are currently looking for ATR 42/72 LAMEs who will take on the responsibility of heavy maintenance for the fixed wing fleet in accordance with both regulatory and organizational requirements. Additional type ratings on DHC-8 will be highly advantageous. A competitive and well-rounded remuneration package will be offered to successful candidates. Position: B1/B2 ATR 42/72 LAMEs Location: Cairns, Australia  Work Pattern: 4-days' work week Job Responsibilities Be responsible for the handling of aircraft Base/line Maintenance checks. This includes the identification and rectification of problems and defects. Thoroughly analyze and interpret the relevant technical procedures, schematic engineering diagrams, manuals and publications. Collaborate and work with various departments to accomplish maintenance tasks to meet TAT requirements. Responsible for the completion of assigned tasks by the Responsible Manager within an agreed time frame. Certifying for stages of work regarding maintenance sign-off and the performance of maintenance certification are to be carried out no later than the end of the day. Supervise maintenance tasks performed by non-rated staff such as AMEs, Contractors, and/or Apprentices.   Job Requirements At least 5 years of professional working experience as a Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Only CASA/ NZCAA/ EASA/ UKCAA / CAAS rated on ATR 42/72 series is accepted Excellent time management and organizational skills with strong attention to detail. Please APPLY NOW if you are interested with your latest up-to-date CV. Do note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified

  • Australia

Workshop Technician - Engine

Rishworth is currently looking for a Workshop Technician - Engine who will assist the Workshop Supervisor to accomplish aviation unit, and intermediate  maintenance inspections, services, and repairs on all assigned aircraft turbine engines and components. This is a position based in Abu Dhabi which requires relocation. Mobility assistance will be provided for successful incumbents. Education sponsorship, medical and insurance will be covered along as well with attractive employee benefits. Job Responsibilities Removes, replaces, services, prepares, preserves, cleans and stores engine assembles or components.  Disassembles repairs, resembles, adjusts, diagnose tests turbine engine systems, subsystems and components according to applicable manuals and directives. Assists in troubleshooting engines/engine components and rigging engine controls. Requisitions aircraft parts and maintains shop and bench stock for repair of aircraft engine and components. Train host national personnel on the proper maintenance of the engines and associated components and subsystems. Job Requirements A FAA A&P license / EASA Part 66 B1.3 or equivalent Completion of a formal PT6C turbine engine training course from an accredited military or civilian training school. AW139 Type Training Minimum 5 years maintaining and troubleshooting rotary wing turbine engines.   Please APPLY NOW if you are interested with your latest up-to-date CV. Do note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.  

  • United Arab Emirates

Supervisor Workshop - Engine

Rishworth is currently looking for a Supervisor Workshop - Engine who will assist the Workshops Management to accomplish aviation unit and intermediate maintenance inspections, services, and repairs on all assigned aircraft components. This is a position based in Abu Dhabi which requires relocation. Mobility assistance will be provided for successful incumbents. Education sponsorship, medical and insurance will be covered along as well with attractive employee benefits. Job Responsibilities Supervises and provides technical guidance to subordinate personnel performing aircraft power plant maintenance. Evaluates maintenance operations and facilities for compliance with directives, technical manuals, work standards, safety procedures and operational policies. Performs maintenance trend analysis and applies production control, quality control and other maintenance management principles and procedures to aircraft proprietary engine maintenance and shop operations. Instructs and conducts technical training in aircraft engine system maintenance, supply and safety techniques. Evaluates the technical training program on host national personnel. Maintains accountabilities for all tools and equipment assigned to the shop. Keeps a current technical library in accordance with shop mission and equipment.   Job Requirements Minimum of 10 years working with turbine engines relevant to aircraft platform and positions. Minimum of 3 years working as a supervisor. Must have a FAA A&P license/ EASA Part 66 or equivalent. Completion of a formal turbine engine training course from an accredited military or civilian aeronautical school. Knowledgeable on The Aviation Maintenance Management System (TAMMS)   Please APPLY NOW if you are interested with your latest up-to-date CV. Do note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.  

  • United Arab Emirates

Workshop Technician - Pneudraulics

Rishworth is currently looking for a Workshop Technician - Pneudraulics who will assist the Pneudraulics Supervisor to accomplish aviation unit, and intermediate maintenance inspections, services, and repairs on all aircraft pneudraulic systems. This is a position based in Abu Dhabi which requires relocation. Mobility assistance will be provided for successful incumbents. Education sponsorship, medical and insurance will be covered along as well with attractive employee benefits. Job Responsibilities Removes, repairs, replaces, adjusts and pressure test Pneudralics systems, subsystems, assemblies, and components according to technical manual and safety procedures. Diagnoses and troubleshoots malfunctions to Pneudralics systems and subsystems or components including accumulators and actuators. Requisitions and maintains shop and bench stock for repair of aircraft pneudraulic systems. Requisition aircraft parts and maintains shop and bench stock for repair of aircraft pneudraulic systems and subsystems. Train host nation personnel on the proper maintenance of the pneudraulic systems and subsystems. Job Requirements Completion of a formal pneudraulic training course from an accredited military or civilian aeronautical school. Knowledgeable on The Army Maintenance Management System (TAMMS) Minimum of 5 Years Must have a minimum of 5 years working with aircraft pneudraulics systems and subsystems.   Please APPLY NOW if you are interested with your latest up-to-date CV. Do note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.  

  • United Arab Emirates

Workshop Technician - Armament

Rishworth is currently looking for a Workshop Technician - Armament who will assist the Armament Supervisor to accomplish aviation unit, and intermediate maintenance inspections, services, and repairs on all aircraft armament systems. This is a position based in Abu Dhabi which requires relocation. Mobility assistance will be provided for successful incumbents. Education sponsorship, medical and insurance will be covered along as well with attractive employee benefits. Job Responsibilities Disassembles and performs intermediate maintenance on armament weapons support equipment and aircraft armament equipment. Loads and unloads airborne weapons and stores aboard aircraft to include reconfiguration and functional testing of aircraft weapons release and control, and missile systems. Procures supplies, prepares reports, and utilizes publications pertinent to aviation ordnance and aircraft armament equipment. Conducts functional tests and maintains them in an operational status by appropriate preventive maintenance. Train host national personnel on the proper maintenance of aircraft armament and related components. Job Requirements Minimum of 5 Years Must have a minimum of five years working with aircraft weapons loading / AME procedures Thorough knowledge of common tools, special tools, hardware and equipment used in the maintenance of aircraft armament equipment. Knowledgeable on The Army Maintenance Management System (TAMMS)   Please APPLY NOW if you are interested with your latest up-to-date CV. Do note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.  

  • United Arab Emirates

B1.3/B2 LAMEs (Bell Mediums)

Our client is a leading global helicopter operator, providing aerial firefighting, lifting, charter, emergency assistance, and disaster‑response services across multiple countries. They are currently looking for B1.3/B2 LAMEs (Bell Mediums) who will take on the responsibility of maintaining their fleet of helicopters during firefighting season and off-season base maintenance. This is a position is a touring position with company accommodation, travel and meal allowance provided.    Job Responsibilities Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on our fleet, ensuring contract availability Carry out maintenance of aircraft to a high standard in accordance with OEM and company approved data. Ensuring correct certification for aircraft maintenance is completed accurately and timely in accordance with procedures Communicate with the Director of Maintenance of any deficiencies noted in the maintenance procedures manual with suggestions of remedial action Reporting details of any observed or detected major defects or major damage on any aircraft undergoing maintenance under the company certificate of approval, inclusive of MEL procedures, communication & liaison with Company Operations. Adhere to all aviation rules and regulations, always maintaining the highest level of safety and professionalism Job Requirements Valid AMEL Part 66 License (B1.3/B2) Type Rating on any Bell Mediums Preferred experience in working with Firefighting/SAR/Longlining operations   Please APPLY NOW if you are interested with your latest up-to-date CV. Do note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

  • Australia

B2 LAME (Bell 407/412/212)

Our client is a leading Fixed and Rotary Wing Aviation Services company providing turnkey charter solutions in the Oceania region supporting a wide base of operations from Oil and Gas to Mining activities. They are currently looking for a B2 LAME (Bell 407/412/212) who will take on the responsibility of maintaining the helicopters under the Rotary Wing Department in accordance with both regulatory and organizational requirements. This is a position on an equal touring rotation (4 weeks or 6 weeks) with company housing, flights, transport, meals, and laundry, provided at base. Further training and/or ratings will be offered to successful candidates with the right aptitude and calibre too.   Job Responsibilities Conduct maintenance of helicopters for the organization's fleet of Bell 407/412/212 helicopters to ensure their airworthiness and compliance to all requirements. Handle and rectify all airframe/engine-related maintenance for both scheduled and unscheduled checks. Carry out maintenance work on other fleet types from time to time as well. Work effectively in a team to ensure operational requirements are met while also ensuring zero compromise to quality and safety parameters. Job Requirements At least 3 years' experience as a B2 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer working on Bell 407/412/212 platforms with a hands-on approach. Bell 407/412/212 rating is a must.  ICAO or another foreign license acceptable to the local CAA  Please APPLY NOW if you are interested with your latest up-to-date CV. Do note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

  • Papua New Guinea

Production Planning Officer

Our client is a leading domestic operator providing both passenger and charter solutions in Papua New Guinea. They are currently looking for Production Planning Officer who will be responsible for coordinating and managing maintenance documentation for aircraft checks, ensuring alignment with planning, maintenance, technical services, and technical materials requirements. This is a full-time position with flight tickets provided back home yearly - accommodation, transport, meals, provided at base.   Job Responsibilities Coordinating and manage maintenance documentation and work packages for aircraft checks. Reviewing work packs summary sheets, track outstanding tasks, MELs, and hold items, and liaise with CAMG Planning as required. Coordinating with Technical Materials, Workshops, and Planning to ensure parts, tooling, and components are available prior to maintenance events. Ensuring accurate technical log entries, component change records, and proper tagging documentation. Monitoring maintenance progress and communicate status, delays, or overtime requirements to the Check Coordinator.   Job Requirements Must be strong planning, organizational, and computer skills, with attention to detail. Significant technical qualifications with knowledge of line/hangar aircraft maintenance and planning. Must be able to cross train junior staff. Excellent communication skills in fluent English. ​​​​Please APPLY NOW if you are interested with your latest up-to-date CV. Do note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

  • Papua New Guinea
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