Aircraft Mechanic Intern

Our mission
Prestwick Aircraft Maintenance GmbH is a German company and one of the six Heavy Aircraft Maintenance bases of PAML Group. We Carry out maintenance on Ryanair’s entire fleet of the New Generation Boing 737-800 aircraft, at our hangar facility located in Hahn Airport, Germany. 

Your Future and Career Goal
The students will engage in various activities on a live aircraft, specifically focusing on the Boeing 737 Next Generation (737 NG). These activities include:

• Performing Tasks: Students will carry out assigned maintenance and operational tasks on the aircraft, gaining practical experience in real-world scenarios. 
• Conducting Checks: They will be responsible for performing routine and non-routine checks to ensure the aircraft's systems and components are functioning correctly. Accompanying Troubleshooting: Students will assist and learn from experienced technicians during troubleshooting processes, helping to identify and resolve issues.
• Participating in Theoretical Trainings: They will attend theoretical training sessions to understand the underlying principles and procedures related to aircraft maintenance and operations. 
• Using Documentation (AMM, IPC, FIM): Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM): Students will use the Manuals for detailed instructions on performing maintenance work.

Educational Background:
Students currently enrolled in an aviation maintenance, aviation engineering, or a related technical program. Students who have completed or are in the process of completing courses related to aircraft systems, maintenance practices, and engineering principles.

Skills and Competencies: 

• Technical Aptitude: A good understanding of basic mechanical and electrical principles. 
• Familiarity with Technical Manuals: Basic knowledge of how to use technical documentation such as the Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM), Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC), and Fault Isolation Manual (FIM), even if not applied practically yet. 
• Attributes and Attitudes: Detail-oriented, Eager to Learn, Team Player, Problem-Solving Mindset, and Safety Awareness. 
• Basic Certifications (Optional but Beneficial): Introductory Certifications: While not mandatory, any introductory certifications or training courses in aviation maintenance or related fields can be advantageous.

We offer the following:

• Collaborative Culture: A supportive and inclusive work environment that encourages teamwork and collaboration. 
• Modern Facilities: State-of-the-art facilities and tools to ensure a productive and comfortable work setting. 
• Diversity and Inclusion: A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. 
• Employee Recognition: Programs to acknowledge and reward outstanding performance and contributions. 
• Corporate benefits

​ After the Internship, you will have the chance to take part in the following training depending on your Education: 
***AMC Program - 12 weeks to become a Mechanic level 3 or JAE Program ( B1 or B2 Modules to become in 2 years time a qualified B1 or a B2 License Engineer)

Ryanair Holdings plc, Europe’s largest airline group, is the parent company of Buzz, Ryanair UK, Lauda Europe, Malta Air & Ryanair DAC. The Group connects over 235 destinations in 37+ countries on a fleet of over 560 aircraft, with a further 300+ Boeing 737s on order, which will enable the Ryanair Group to lower fares and grow traffic to 225m+ p.a. by 2026 and 300m+ passengers by 2034.

Ryanair has a team of over 20,000 highly skilled aviation professionals operating over 3000 daily flights from 90+ bases, which ensured continued reliability in 2022 and an industry leading 37-year safety record.

Ryanair is Europe’s greenest cleanest airline group and customers switching to fly Ryanair can reduce their CO₂ emissions by up to 50% compared to the other Big 4 EU major airlines.