Trainee Licensed Aircraft Engineer

About the position

ST Engineering is recruiting Trainee Licensed Aircraft Engineers to join its aerospace maintenance operations in Singapore, with the training programme scheduled to begin in April 2027.

This opportunity is designed for engineering graduates who want to build a career in aircraft maintenance and work towards becoming Licensed Aircraft Engineers (LAEs).

Successful candidates will participate in a structured training programme combining technical education and practical on-the-job experience. The programme aims to develop the knowledge, technical skills and operational competencies required to maintain, inspect and eventually certify aircraft in accordance with applicable aviation regulations.

Training and career development

The Trainee Licensed Aircraft Engineer programme provides a structured pathway towards aircraft maintenance engineering qualifications and responsibilities.

During training, candidates will develop experience in:

• Aircraft maintenance procedures, inspections and defect rectification.
• Aircraft mechanical and electrical systems.
• Aviation safety regulations and approved maintenance practices.
• Aircraft maintenance documentation and technical records.
• Troubleshooting and maintenance planning.
• Proper use, inspection and calibration of maintenance tools and equipment.
• Aircraft airworthiness and maintenance certification procedures.
• Practical aircraft maintenance through supervised on-the-job training.

Upon successful completion of the required training, licensing and company authorization processes, trainees may progress towards Licensed Aircraft Engineer responsibilities.

Training commitment: Successful applicants will be required to enter a training bond covering the training period and an additional five years after training.

Responsibilities as a Licensed Aircraft Engineer

Following successful qualification and authorization, responsibilities may include:

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance and rectify technical defects.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with approved technical data, company procedures, aviation authority regulations and customer requirements.
• Certify maintenance work and issue a Certificate of Release to Service (CRS) within the scope of the applicable licence and company authorization.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to support aircraft operational schedules.
• Assist in planning manpower, spare parts and equipment requirements.
• Supervise maintenance personnel and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Identify and report unsafe working conditions.
• Support investigations into maintenance-related incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure maintenance tools and equipment are properly maintained, calibrated and used.
• Maintain operational discipline and support effective teamwork within the maintenance department.

Minimum requirements

• Full-time Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering.
• Interest in developing a professional career in aircraft maintenance engineering.
• Willingness to complete the required structured training and on-the-job training programme.
• Willingness to accept the training bond covering the training period and five additional years.

About ST Engineering

ST Engineering is a Singapore-headquartered global technology, defence and engineering group with operations across aerospace, smart cities, defence and public security.

Its aerospace business provides aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services, supporting commercial aviation operators and customers internationally.

The company operates across Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the United States, serving customers in more than 100 countries.