They are looking for Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to join the Kansai Airport Line Maintenance team. As an Engineer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and reliability of their operations. You will help deliver industry-leading performance by supporting their fleet and upholding the highest standards of safety for their people and customers. Working in a dynamic and customer-focused environment, you will supervise daily operations to provide exceptional on-time performance and an outstanding cabin experience for every traveler.
You will be part of an ambitious, progressive, and customer-centric engineering team dedicated to delivering safe, reliable, and cost-effective line maintenance services for Cathay and their valued third-party customers.
Location: Osaka, Japan
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Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Key Responsibilities
Item 1 of 10, Conduct and certify routine and non-routine maintenance for Cathay Group aircraft in accordance with the HKAR-145 and company requirementsConduct and certify routine and non-routine maintenance for Cathay Group aircraft in accordance with the HKAR-145 and company requirements
Item 2 of 10, Conduct and certify routine and non-routine maintenance for third party customer aircraft (if applicable) in accordance with the appropriate national authority and customer requirementsConduct and certify routine and non-routine maintenance for third party customer aircraft (if applicable) in accordance with the appropriate national authority and customer requirements
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Item 3 of 10, Perform local or overseas operational relief duties or the duties of an Aircraft Mechanic as required and in accordance with the relevant Job DescriptionPerform local or overseas operational relief duties or the duties of an Aircraft Mechanic as required and in accordance with the relevant Job Description
Item 4 of 10, Monitor third party supplier performance, follow up and rectify any operational issues in a timely mannerMonitor third party supplier performance, follow up and rectify any operational issues in a timely manner
Item 5 of 10, Execute the contingency plans and support ad hoc operational requirements such as diversions, charters, ad hoc aircraft type changes, major disruption recovery, etc.Execute the contingency plans and support ad hoc operational requirements such as diversions, charters, ad hoc aircraft type changes, major disruption recovery, etc.
Item 6 of 10, Ensure the availability, serviceability and cleanliness of station ground equipment, vehicles and facilitiesEnsure the availability, serviceability and cleanliness of station ground equipment, vehicles and facilities
Item 7 of 10, Coordinate and support Cathay Quality Assurance, Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department, third party audits, follow up audit findings and implement mitigations to prevent re-occurrenceCoordinate and support Cathay Quality Assurance, Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department, third party audits, follow up audit findings and implement mitigations to prevent re-occurrence
Item 8 of 10, Help to embrace a continuous improvement culture through quality innovation, teamwork, and lean processes to drive operational efficiency, productivity and commercial improvementHelp to embrace a continuous improvement culture through quality innovation, teamwork, and lean processes to drive operational efficiency, productivity and commercial improvement
Item 9 of 10, Any other reasonable task as requested including non-operational duties and projectsAny other reasonable task as requested including non-operational duties and projects
Item 10 of 10, Emergency and Accident and Crisis Response responsibilities as requiredEmergency and Accident and Crisis Response responsibilities as required
Requirements for Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Item 1 of 9, Valid or renewable HKAR-66 B1.1 license (as stated in HKAR66 appendix XII)Valid or renewable HKAR-66 B1.1 license (as stated in HKAR66 appendix XII)
Item 2 of 9, FAA/EASA B1.1 may be consideredFAA/EASA B1.1 may be considered
Item 3 of 9, Minimum of 2 current aircraft type authorisation, preferably on the type operated by Cathay and level 3 trainedMinimum of 2 current aircraft type authorisation, preferably on the type operated by Cathay and level 3 trained
Item 4 of 9, Minimum 5 years’ experience in an aircraft maintenance environmentMinimum 5 years’ experience in an aircraft maintenance environment
Item 5 of 9, Strong operation knowledge of aircraft maintenance and ground handling activitiesStrong operation knowledge of aircraft maintenance and ground handling activities
Item 6 of 9, Good knowledge of Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department airworthiness regulationsGood knowledge of Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department airworthiness regulations
Item 7 of 9, Good business awarenessGood business awareness
Item 8 of 9, Good communication skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and JapaneseGood communication skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Japanese
Item 9 of 9, Must have the legal right to live and work in JapanMust have the legal right to live and work in Japan
Benefits
Item 1 of 11, Base salary: JPY481,110 ~ (determined based on experience and skills)Base salary: JPY481,110 ~ (determined based on experience and skills)
Item 2 of 11, Fixed allowance per month: JPY50,000Fixed allowance per month: JPY50,000
Item 3 of 11, Life support allowance per month: JPY38,000 + Base salary x 7.4%Life support allowance per month: JPY38,000 + Base salary x 7.4%
Item 4 of 11, Other allowances: the company regulations applyOther allowances: the company regulations apply
Item 5 of 11, Social insurance: Unemployment insurance, Worker's compensation insurance, Health insurance, Welfare pension insuranceSocial insurance: Unemployment insurance, Worker's compensation insurance, Health insurance, Welfare pension insurance
Item 6 of 11, Commuting expense allowance: Up to JPY50,000/monthCommuting expense allowance: Up to JPY50,000/month
Item 7 of 11, Working hours per day: 7.75 hoursWorking hours per day: 7.75 hours
Item 8 of 11, Break time: 1 hourBreak time: 1 hour
Item 9 of 11, Basic sift pattern: four days on duty and two days off every weekBasic sift pattern: four days on duty and two days off every week
Item 10 of 11, Probation period: 3 monthsProbation period: 3 months
Item 11 of 11, Annual leave: 16 days in the first year after completing probationary period (prorated based on the month of joining)Annual leave: 16 days in the first year after completing probationary period (prorated based on the month of joining)
Closing date: 16/11/2025
Conclusion
If you have the qualifications for Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, please take the first step and apply now.
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How can I become Aircraft Maintenance Engineer?
You have to undergo Aircraft Maintenance Engineering course from DGCA/ EASA/ FAA etc approved college. Clear their respective papers. Undergo TYPE certification course and then get your Aircraft Maintenance Engineering license endorsed, to become Aircraft Engineer.

