Licensed Aircraft Engineer- LHR

Overview

As a Licensed Aircraft Engineer at Emirates, you will maintain and certify safety-critical aircraft systems for a global fleet from our new Manchester station. You join a cross-border, safety-driven team focused on reliability, on-time dispatch, and continuous improvement. You will lead maintenance activities, collaborate with Maintenance Control Centre, and support AOG recovery to keep operations seamless. This role offers the chance to shape a new UK engineering presence and contribute to the airline’s safety-first culture. You will work with state-of-the-art aircraft and diverse teams, delivering high-quality service in a fast-paced environment.

Pay / Benefits

• Salary in excess of 86k in first year
• Annual salary bonus structure
• Private healthcare for family
• Health cash plan
• Pension scheme (employer contributions up to 15%)
• Enhanced annual leave (26 days + bank holidays)

Responsibilities

• Carry out and certify aircraft maintenance tasks including total cabin maintenance and system upkeep
• Ensure maintenance aligns with procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
• Liaise with Maintenance Control Centre in Dubai and stakeholders to resolve issues and support on-time dispatch
• Supervise Aircraft Technicians to ensure safe, efficient, on-schedule work
• Promote safety culture by identifying risks and driving continuous improvement
• Assist with station administration (materials, equipment handling, documentation)
• Support Aircraft on Ground recovery and regional/international travel to return aircraft to service

Key requirements

• Licensed Aircraft Engineer with Airbus A380 type rating and at least one additional Emirates type rating (ideally A350 or 777)
• Minimum five years’ experience as a Licensed Aircraft Engineer
• Eligibility to obtain/maintain an airport pass and airside driving permit for Manchester Airport (DBS and five-year history check)

• leadership or supervising experience
• stakeholder communication
• risk awareness and proactive safety mindset
• Airbus A380, A350, and Boeing 777 type ratings
• strong knowledge of aviation legislation and maintenance procedures
• AOG recovery and rapid fault resolution

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