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An aircraft mechanic in France maintains and repairs aeroplanes and helicopters so they can be released to service safely. On the line (piste), they handle checks between flights: walk-arounds, tyre and brake changes, oil top-ups and fixing defects reported by the crew, often with a tight departure time.

In a hangar (base maintenance), they work on scheduled heavy checks, remove and install components, inspect structures for corrosion and apply service bulletins. Avionics mechanics troubleshoot electrical systems, instruments and navigation equipment. Every task follows the maintenance manual and the work card, and is signed off; only licensed technicians can issue the certificate of release to service. The job involves shift work, weekend and night duties at airports, and operation of ground equipment airside.

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[First name Last name]

Aircraft Maintenance Technician B1 | A320 Family Type Rated, Line Maintenance

[City] · [phone] · [email]

Profile

Part-66 B1 licensed technician with [aircraft type] type rating and certifying privileges. [x] years in line maintenance at [Airport], handling turnarounds, defect rectification and release to service. Used to working against the departure clock without compromising procedures.

Experience

Line Maintenance Technician B1, [MRO Company], [Airport]

[month year] to present

  • Carried out transit and daily checks on [aircraft type] and issued certificates of release to service within my privileges
  • Rectified defects reported by flight crews, including wheel and brake changes and hydraulic leaks
  • Coordinated with the maintenance control centre to manage deferred items under the MEL
  • Trained mechanics on airside safety and documentation practices
  • Participated in an internal safety campaign on tool control

Resume headlines

  • Aircraft Maintenance Technician B1 | A320 Family Type Rated, Line Maintenance
  • Avionics Technician B2 | Airbus and ATR Systems, Base Maintenance
  • Aircraft Mechanic (Bac pro Aéronautique) | Structures and Composite Repairs

Summaries for your profile

Entry level

Bac pro Aéronautique graduate with an apprenticeship in a base maintenance hangar, where I worked on scheduled checks of [aircraft type]: panel removal, lubrication, component changes and corrosion inspections under supervision. Preparing the Part-66 modules for the B1 licence.

Experienced

Part-66 B1 licensed technician with [aircraft type] type rating and certifying privileges. [x] years in line maintenance at [Airport], handling turnarounds, defect rectification and release to service. Used to working against the departure clock without compromising procedures.

Career change

Former automotive mechanic now in a Part-147 training course for the B1 licence. My experience of engines, hydraulics and diagnostics gives me a solid base, and I am learning aviation documentation and human factors rules.

Tips

  • List your Part-66 licence category, type ratings and certifying privileges at the top.
  • State the aircraft types and the maintenance environment (line, base, workshop).
  • Mention your diplomas (CAP, Bac pro or BTS Aéronautique) and Part-147 courses.
  • Include airside badges and driving permits, which save onboarding time.
  • Show your rigour with documentation, a core expectation in this job.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Writing 'mechanic' without the licence category or aircraft types.
  • Overstating certifying privileges you do not hold.
  • Ignoring human factors and documentation work.
  • Forgetting to mention night and weekend availability for line jobs.

Working as an aircraft mechanic in France

Aircraft maintenance in France follows EASA rules. Certifying technicians need a Part-66 licence (A, B1, B2 or C categories) issued by the French authority, plus type ratings for the aircraft they sign off. Initial training goes through the CAP, Bac pro or BTS Aéronautique, apprenticeships and approved Part-147 schools. Non-EASA licences are not valid for certifying, though experience can count towards the licence. Airside work requires a security clearance and badge. Search for « mécanicien aéronautique », « mécanicien avion », « technicien B1 », « technicien avionique B2 » or « mécanicien de piste ».

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Frequently asked questions

Is my non-EASA licence valid in France?

No, France applies EASA rules. An FAA or other national licence cannot be used to certify aircraft in a Part-145 organisation. You can still be hired as a mechanic under supervision while you sit the Part-66 modules and convert your experience. Check with the DGAC for conversion options.

Which French diplomas lead to aircraft maintenance?

The CAP Aéronautique, the Bac pro Aéronautique (avionics, systems or structure options) and the BTS Aéronautique are the main routes, often through apprenticeship. Part-147 schools also prepare directly for the licence modules.

Should I list every aircraft type I have worked on?

List the types where you have type ratings or significant experience, and separate them from occasional work. Recruiters want to know which types you can sign off and which you need training for.

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