Aviation Mechanic – 2nd Line AH-64E / Mechanic – Phase

Job Details

Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 2269685
Date Posted: 7/2/2026
Location: Abu Dhabi, AE
Salary (USD): $117,500 - $130,500

Description

We are seeking experienced AH-64E Apache Mechanics to support 2nd Line Maintenance and Phase Maintenance operations on advanced rotary-wing aircraft. This role is responsible for performing inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and heavy maintenance on AH-64E Apache helicopters while ensuring maximum aircraft readiness and compliance with aviation safety and quality standards.

This position is ideal for experienced military aviation mechanics with extensive AH-64E maintenance experience who enjoy hands-on aircraft maintenance, complex troubleshooting, and supporting mission-critical aviation operations.


Key Responsibilities
  • Perform 2nd Line and Phase Maintenance on AH-64E Apache helicopters.
  • Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain aircraft airframe, mechanical systems, and components.
  • Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance in accordance with technical manuals and approved maintenance procedures.
  • Troubleshoot aircraft discrepancies and restore systems to operational readiness.
  • Perform corrosion inspections, prevention, and treatment activities.
  • Remove, install, and repair aircraft components and major systems.
  • Support heavy maintenance inspections and Phase Maintenance activities.
  • Interpret technical manuals, aircraft schematics, work orders, and maintenance documentation.
  • Complete maintenance documentation including work cards, logbooks, inspection reports, and service records.
  • Collaborate with maintenance personnel to maximize aircraft availability and mission readiness.
  • Maintain compliance with aviation safety, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements.

Must-Have Skills, Experience & Education
  • High School Diploma required.
  • Military or commercial aircraft maintenance training preferred.
  • Minimum 6 years of AH-64 Apache maintenance experience.
  • Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience maintaining AH-64E Apache aircraft.
  • FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License or equivalent military qualification (such as Army MOS 15R formal training).
  • Strong aircraft mechanical systems troubleshooting and repair experience.
  • Ability to read and interpret:
    • Technical manuals
    • Aircraft maintenance documentation
    • Mechanical schematics
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Required military documentation including:
    • DD214
    • DA Form 1059
    • AH-64E transition certificates
    • Military maintenance training records

Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience & Education
  • Military or commercial aviation corrosion prevention certification.
  • Advanced Phase Maintenance experience.
  • Aircraft structural repair experience.
  • Rotary-wing systems integration experience.
  • Experience supporting high-tempo military aviation maintenance operations.
  • Strong maintenance documentation and recordkeeping discipline.
  • Additional rotary-wing aircraft maintenance experience beyond the AH-64 platform.


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