New opportunity
Rafale Aircraft – Multiple Technical & SME Roles - French / UAE Nationals only
- Location
- Abu Dhabi
- Salary
- TBC
- Type
- Full-time
- Experience
- Any
- Apply by
- May 28, 2026
Posted 2 months agoVETWORK
Job description
Rafale Aircraft – Multiple Technical & SME Roles
Location: GCC (UAE)
Start Date: 2026 (Phase 1 mobilisation)
Contract Type: Contract
Rates: Competitive (TBC)
Overview
Vetwork is supporting a major defence aviation programme involving the Rafale aircraft platform. This is a large-scale, long-term project requiring highly experienced aviation professionals across multiple technical disciplines, including maintenance, workshops, avionics, engines, simulators, and ground support.
This is a critical programme with significant manpower requirements and long-term delivery scope, making it an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking stability and high-impact work.
Responsibilities will vary depending on role and seniority but may include:
Conducting aircraft maintenance, repair, and inspection activities
Supporting aircraft launch and recovery operations
Diagnosing faults across mechanical, avionics, engine, or structural systems
Operating within specialist workshops (e.g. airframe, hydraulics, engines, avionics, GSE, simulators)
Leading teams and managing workshop outputs (for senior/SME roles)
Delivering or supporting technical training (where applicable)
Ensuring compliance with military and OEM maintenance standards
Essential Requirements
Proven experience in military or defence aviation environments
Strong background in aircraft maintenance operations (airbase or equivalent)
Understanding of:
Aircraft systems, structures, and components
Maintenance procedures and troubleshooting
Aircraft launch and recovery processes
Platform Experience (Highly Important)
Rafale experience strongly preferred / required for many roles
Experience on Safran systems or certification (for engine-related roles)
Experience in specialist areas such as:
Airframe / Paint
Avionics / Electrical systems
Engines & APU
Ground Support Equipment
Flight Simulators
Hydraulics / Wheels & Tyres
SME / Senior-Level Requirements (Where Applicable)
10–15+ years’ experience in aviation maintenance or related field
Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience
Instructor or Train-the-Trainer (TTT) qualifications preferred
B1 / B2 licences (where applicable)
We are looking for professionals who are:
Technically strong and detail-oriented
Comfortable operating in high-tempo military environments
Experienced working in multinational teams
Adaptable across different workshop or operational environments
Committed to long-term programme delivery
Eligibility & Considerations
Current focus on French and UAE nationals
Mirage experience may be considered where Rafale experience is not available (case-by-case)
Why This Role?
Large-scale, multi-year defence aviation programme
Opportunity to work on one of the most advanced fighter platforms globally
Strong pipeline of roles across technical and leadership levels
Long-term career stability within a growing programme
Apply directly via:
https://uae-vetwork.com/dashboard/jobs
