Step into a key technical role supporting a flagship Boeing 787 operation in Luanda, Angola, working hands-on with GE GEnx-1B powered aircraft. This is a long-term freelance assignment for an experienced B1/B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer who thrives in a line maintenance environment and is comfortable taking ownership of aircraft reliability and availability. You’ll be the resident expert on the ground, providing critical support to keep operations running safely and on schedule.
About the Role:
You will act as the resident B787 Licensed Aircraft Engineer at FNLU, providing day-to-day line maintenance, troubleshooting and defect rectification for Boeing 787-8 aircraft with GEnx-1B engines. Working closely with flight operations and maintenance control, you will ensure technical issues are resolved quickly and correctly, including supporting AOG situations and accompanying aircraft on operational flights when required. Your expertise will directly impact aircraft dispatch reliability, safety, and operational continuity.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform scheduled and unscheduled line maintenance on B787-8 aircraft equipped with GE GEnx-1B engines in accordance with approved maintenance data.
Carry out troubleshooting and defect rectification for technical issues arising during daily operations, including AOG support.
Conduct inspections, functional checks and tests to verify serviceability and airworthiness prior to release to service.
Complete and certify maintenance tasks within the scope of B1/B2 privileges, ensuring accurate documentation in technical logs and maintenance records.
Coordinate with flight crews, maintenance control and operations teams to plan and prioritise maintenance activities around the flying programme.
Accompany aircraft on operational flights when required to provide on-board technical support and manage any in-transit defects.
Ensure all work complies with regulatory requirements, company procedures, and safety standards in a line maintenance environment.
Support the introduction and application of technical updates, service bulletins and reliability improvements related to the B787/GEnx fleet.
Key Requirements:
Current EASA or equivalent Part-66 B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer with B787 type rating and GEnx-1B engine approval.
Proven experience in B787 line maintenance, including troubleshooting, defect rectification and AOG support.
Demonstrated ability to work independently as a resident engineer in an international operational environment.
Strong understanding of B787 systems, avionics interfaces and maintenance procedures within the scope of B1/B2 privileges.
Solid experience certifying line maintenance tasks and releasing aircraft to service in compliance with regulatory standards.
Comfortable accompanying aircraft on operational flights and providing technical support away from base when required.
EU passport holder, able and willing to work on a long-term freelance contractor basis in Angola from January 2027.
Desirable Skills:
Dual-licensed B1/B2 with full B787/GEnx type ratings and certification privileges.
Prior experience working as a resident engineer or line maintenance specialist in Africa or other remote/international locations.
Familiarity with airline maintenance control systems and electronic technical log applications.
Experience managing AOG recovery, coordinating with OEMs and third-party maintenance providers.
Strong diagnostic skills using B787 onboard maintenance systems and related ground support equipment.
Qualifications:
EASA Part-66 B1 Licence with B787 and GEnx-1B type rating (required).
B2 Licence with B787/GEnx-1B type rating (preferred).
Recognised apprenticeship or formal aircraft engineering training in a Part-147 or equivalent organisation.
Ongoing continuation training on B787/GEnx systems and current regulatory compliance.
Valid human factors, EWIS and fuel tank safety training certificates appropriate to line maintenance activities.
If you are a type-rated B787/GEnx Licensed Engineer looking for a long-term, high-responsibility assignment in Luanda, Angola, apply now to secure this resident line maintenance opportunity starting January 2027.