Cadet Technician Programme Etihad Airways

Ready to take your career to new heights? Dream big, fly higher, join Etihad.

As the proud national airline of the UAE, we are committed to empowering the next generation of leaders. The Etihad Cadet Technician Programme offers UAE Nationals the opportunity to launch a career with one of the world s fastest-growing airlines. This hands-on training programme will not only equip you with the technical expertise needed to succeed, but also provide you with the opportunity to collaborate, challenge yourself, and develop as a future leader in our industry.

What to expect

We are offering a dynamic and rewarding two-year training and development programme, designed to launch your aviation career and prepare you for progression to become a Licensed Aircraft Technician. The combination of theoretical knowledge and on-the-job training will provide you with practical experience in the field and prepare you to take on responsibilities across all areas of aircraft maintenance, covering a range of aircraft types.

What you will achieve

• Enroll for a recognised Aviation Maintenance training programme and complet the GCAA-approved aircraft maintenance technician course.
• Gain practical on the job experience under supervision and gain the necessary 12 months of experience to qualify for the grant of GCAA license and Aircraft maintenance certification Authorisation.
• Obtain the CAT A license from GCAA
• Obtain the aircraft maintenance certification authorisation
• Graduate as licensed Aircraft Technician.

Accountabilities

• Complete the GCAA approved training syllabus and Training programme requirements.
• Maintain an overall 75% pass rate of all Modules Exams in the stipulated times.
• Comply with performance requirements set by GCAA, Training Institute and the Company.
• Complete on-the-job training within assigned timeline post theory qualification.
• Diligently execute and complete Schedule of Work (logbook) with the tasks assigned.
• Successfully attend and pass scheduled mandatory training in accordance with Etihad Airways Policy.
• Participate and successfully pass the Technical staff competency Assessments whenever assigned.
• Ensure that all work performed at Etihad and completed in accordance with its processes and procedures is done in a safe manner in conformance with the company's procedures, and in compliance with the applicable GCAA regulations.
• Carry out work in compliance with company, health and safety and airport procedures and regulations.
• Keep yourself updated with the applicable regulation amendments, company procedures and the latest maintenance best practices.
• Be responsible of own work after having completed a task that has been performed in accordance with approved data as assigned by Certifying Staff.

Compensation

Program Phases & Benefits

• Phase 1 (Training )Stipends*: AED 5000 per month
• Phase 2 (after obtaining the GCAA license CAT A ) Compensation*: AED 21400
• Phase 3 (After obtaining the certification authorisation as CAT A technican) Compensation*: AED 24717