Aircraft Component Technician

Are you ready for an exciting opportunity as Aircraft Component Technician at Schiphol Airport? Enjoy 40 days off per year while working on advanced aircraft components. Join a team of 14 skilled technicians and contribute to global air travel safety. Apply now to start your career in aircraft maintenance!

Your responsibilities

As an Aircraft Component Technician, you'll be responsible for repairing and overhauling various aircraft components in a state-of-the-art workshop at Schiphol Airport. Your daily tasks will include:

Testing and inspecting hydraulic and pneumatic components upon arrival
Operating complex test benches to analyze problems
Performing repairs on a wide range of components, including engines, landing gear, doors, and flap actuators
Conducting post-repair tests to ensure component functionality
Maintaining accurate documentation of all work performed, in English

You'll work in a team of 14 motivated technicians, supervised by two team leaders. Several colleagues are certified as 'certifying staff', a position you can work towards as you develop your skills and knowledge in MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) operations.

Your work environment

You will work in a dynamic and internationally oriented environment with locations in Europe, Asia, and America. The organization has one goal: to exceed reliability expectations to keep aircrafts where they belong, up in the air.

Betaselect supports you with personal guidance and training opportunities. Thanks to the joint efforts of Betaselect and our partner, our temp-to-perm model ensures that more than 90% of our temporary workers are taken on as permanent employees, guaranteeing a seamless match. Our average review score of 4,8 out of 5 demonstrates that our service works.

Your skills

MBO3/4 diploma in aviation technology, mechanical engineering, automotive, or a related field
Relevant work experience in repair and maintenance
Strong mechanical skills and hands-on experience
Ability to work independently and efficiently, as well as in a team
Good administrative skills and proficiency in English
Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics is a plus

Our offer

Competitive salary between €2,830 and €4,612 per month
40 days off per year (27 vacation days + 13 ATV days)
Flexible start times between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM
Comprehensive training and development opportunities, including the chance to become 'certifying staff'
Modern workplace at Schiphol Airport with a communal lunch area
Pension plan

Reasons why this is (not) the job for you!

Why it's suitable

You're passionate about aviation and want to work with advanced aircraft components

You enjoy problem-solving and have strong mechanical skills

You want to contribute directly to air travel safety and have the opportunity for career growth

Why it's maybe not

You prefer office work or are uncomfortable with hands-on technical tasks

You don't have a technical background

You're looking for remote work options or flexible hours beyond the given schedule

Here's what you can count on and more

Salary

We not only appreciate your dedication and skills, but also express this with a competitive salary. By default, this includes 8.33% holiday pay and a generous reimbursement for your travel expenses.

Job security

We will provide you with a contract along with a letter of intent to convert it into a permanent employment agreement, subject to satisfactory performance.

Personal development

We believe in investing in personal and professional growth. That is why you will receive a training budget that you can use.