Job Title: Maintenance Test Pilot - AW139
Salary: Negotiable dependent upon experience (tax free)
Location: Abu Dhabi
We currently have a vacancy to join a leading provider of comprehensive aviation services based in the Middle East, as a Maintenance Test Pilot. The role will be based in Abu Dhabi and offers a full relocation package for the successful candidate.
The company specialises in delivering customised aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul, logistics and supply chain services to military and civil aviation customers across the region. Whilst their head office is based in Abu Dhabi, they have a number of operational facilities across various UAE military bases and aviation sites. The company plays a key role in supporting the UAE Armed Forces and other regional air forces. They support a wide range of both fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft including military helicopters such as Black Hawks, Chinooks and Apaches as well as transport aircraft such as C130 Hercules. Their services include line and base maintenance, avionics, airframe and engine repair and comprehensive logistical support.
The Maintenance Test Pilot will be responsible for conducting acceptance test flights, pre/post phase test flights, ground/flight maintenance operational checks, ground/flight evaluation and troubleshooting. Reports directly to the Maintenance Examiner, Maintenance Team Lead and Maintenance Manager to assist with: coordinating with Production Control for maintenance planning, schedules and unit (pilot and aircrew) support for maintenance operations when required.
Main Responsibilities:
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Salary: Negotiable dependent upon experience (tax free)
Location: Abu Dhabi
We currently have a vacancy to join a leading provider of comprehensive aviation services based in the Middle East, as a Maintenance Test Pilot. The role will be based in Abu Dhabi and offers a full relocation package for the successful candidate.
The company specialises in delivering customised aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul, logistics and supply chain services to military and civil aviation customers across the region. Whilst their head office is based in Abu Dhabi, they have a number of operational facilities across various UAE military bases and aviation sites. The company plays a key role in supporting the UAE Armed Forces and other regional air forces. They support a wide range of both fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft including military helicopters such as Black Hawks, Chinooks and Apaches as well as transport aircraft such as C130 Hercules. Their services include line and base maintenance, avionics, airframe and engine repair and comprehensive logistical support.
The Maintenance Test Pilot will be responsible for conducting acceptance test flights, pre/post phase test flights, ground/flight maintenance operational checks, ground/flight evaluation and troubleshooting. Reports directly to the Maintenance Examiner, Maintenance Team Lead and Maintenance Manager to assist with: coordinating with Production Control for maintenance planning, schedules and unit (pilot and aircrew) support for maintenance operations when required.
Main Responsibilities:
- Must ensure that all aircraft inspection procedures, maintenance practices, standards, and records comply with all GCAA, FAA, EASA, Etc. TAMMS and the company's regulations.
- Performs as MTP on the concerned aircraft and serves as Pilot in command (PIC/PC) in accomplishing Maintenance Test Flights, Acceptance Flights, Maintenance Operational Checks, Aircraft Recovery and support missions as prescribed by customer requirements.
- Obtains briefing information on purpose of flight test, weather, operation procedures, intelligence, and special instructions. Prepare flight plans considering such factors as altitude, terrain, weather, aircraft, crew capabilities, threats, operational / training requirements and flight procedures.
- Ensuring that all the concerned aircraft are being maintained to airworthiness standards prescribed by applicable regulations, technical manuals, airworthiness directives, and good maintenance practices.
- Ensures the aircraft is pre-flight inspected, loaded, equipped, and manned for mission. Inspect engines, fuselage, and control surfaces for mechanical and structural soundness. Inspect and test mission equipment for proper operation. Ensures that weight and balance is valid, fuel supply is adequate, plus survival and rescue equipment is properly stowed.
- Brief all crew members and non-crew members on safety, emergency procedures, and scope of mission. PIC and crew to accomplish assigned mission. Perform prescribed test maneuvers, instrument readings, record results and test specifications as prescribed by the contract or customer requirements.
- Test both normal and emergency functions of standard and special systems. Coordinate and direct flight phases of test or support missions with other aircraft. Maintain flight records and report observations made during mission. Conduct and supervise training of crew members. Instruct local national crew members in the operation and techniques of maintenance test flying. Orient and brief crew members and non-crew members on duties, responsibilities, flight operation, and mission profile.
- Advise on aircraft system faults/failures and subsequent required action for mission completion in real time.
- Maintain proficiency and currency requirements to the highest standard.
- Travel in/out of country on demand as requested by the customer.
- Must be able to perform limited duties of technical inspector, inspecting maintenance, and modification actions on assigned aircraft.
- Assist as needed, in troubleshooting and use of test equipment. Assist as needed with logistical issues to identify needed components or test equipment.
- Must be able to work flexible hours as deemed necessary by the Maintenance Examiner, Operations Manager, Production Control Manager, Maintenance Team Lead and/or Maintenance Manager.
- Perform other related tasks as assigned by your Line Manager.
- Flights out paid for- up to 2 adults and 3 children (paid out for employee at the start and the rest of the family after employee completes probation period)
- Hotel paid for 2 weeks upon arrival (can be extended on a case by case if necessary)
- Shipping allowance (paid upon completion of probation period which is 6 months)
- They are able to give a housing allowance advance which employees then pay back each month out of their salary
- 30 days annual leave plus 12 public holidays
- Education allowance of 40,000 AED per child, up to 3 children, between ages 3- 19
- Medical insurance including optical and dental for 2 adults and 3 children
- End of service payment (21 days salary after 1 year's service and up to 5 year's service then 30 days salary for each year after 6 years)
- Annual Vacation Ticket tickets for candidate, spouse and up to 3 dependents (who are under the employee's sponsorship) in a contract calendar year
- FAA, EASA, etc. or equivalent military training certificates. Military or commercial aircraft maintenance school or course required.
- Must be able to attain and maintain a local military flight physical (class I), equivalent to the FAA (class II).
- Must be able to pass hands-on flight evaluation.
- BA or BS is preferred.
- Maintenance Examiner (ME) is preferred.
- Minimum of 5 Years Aviation Maintenance
- Minimum 3000 hours Total Time, 1000 hours PIC/PC and 200 hours MTP in AW139
- Must be an aircraft type specific SME, having strong knowledge on systems, optional equipment, aerodynamics, required maintenance and post maintenance tasks.
- Must have strong knowledge of FAA, EASA, etc. and/or equivalent Aircraft Maintenance Program
Whether you're looking for your next job or searching out the next superstar to join your team...
Aeropeople's expertise and experience is entrenched in the aerospace, aviation, engineering, motorsport, automotive, and defence industries. We have the insight and know-how at both a local and international level to help bring people and businesses together, saving time and energy. Our capability is validated through our Engineering Services division encompassing Aircraft Line Maintenance services and Continuing Airworthiness Maintenance Organisation (CAMO), combined with our Aviation Training division offering technical training aircraft courses.
During registration, please let us know where you are currently located or which locations you would consider taking a position in, required salary and notice period.
For the latest news, events and jobs please search 'Aeropeople Ltd' on LinkedIn and Facebook for our latest jobs
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