Hydraulics / Pneumatics Technician – Aircraft Components (Schiphol)

Do you have experience in mechanical assembly or repair and want to apply your skills in the aviation industry? In this role, you will work on hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical aircraft components such as pumps, actuators, valves, and landing gear. You’ll do this from a modern, clean workshop at Schiphol with plenty of opportunities to grow.

Your responsibilities

As a Hydraulics & Pneumatics Technician, you will carry out maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on critical aircraft components. You’ll combine technical insight with precision work, using advanced measuring and testing equipment.

Your tasks include:

Inspecting, testing, and repairing hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical aircraft components.
Operating advanced test benches and measuring instruments.
Analyzing malfunctions and carrying out appropriate repairs.
Documenting work performed and test results in English.
Career growth: Progress to the role of Certifying Staff, where you independently sign off repaired components as airworthy.

Your work environment

You will work in an internationally oriented maintenance workshop at Schiphol, where quality and safety come first. This is where components essential for safe air travel worldwide are maintained and repaired.

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

Vocational (MBO) diploma in a technical field such as Aviation Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive, Installation Technology, or similar.
Experience in mechanical assembly or repair, with an interest in hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Strong administrative skills.
Good command of the English language.
Aviation experience is a plus but not required.

We also encourage applications from career starters — we can provide the internal training and guidance you need to grow into the role.

Our offer

Salary range: €2,830 – €4,612 gross per month.
40 days off per year (27 vacation days + 13 ADV days).
Flexible start times between 06:00 and 09:00.
Extensive training and career development opportunities.
The chance to progress to Certifying Staff.

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

Why it's suitable

You want to apply your technical skills in the aviation industry.

You are looking for a day-shift position with plenty of time off.

Why it's maybe not

You prefer working on complete aircraft rather than individual components.

You have no experience or interest in mechanical repair work.

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.