Graduate Engineering Trainee Program Job KQ, Nairobi, Kenya

Job Title: Graduate Engineering Trainee Program
Date Posted: 29/07/2026
Job Type: Full Time
Job Level: Entry
Employer: Kenya Airways
Industry: Engineering
Salary: Open
Location: Nairobi
Country: Kenya
Deadline: 12/08/2026

Purpose

Attend the Kenya Airways Graduate Trainee Training Programme and acquire professional and technical skills that will enable the trainee work effectively in engineering services.

Responsibilities

  • Attend basic aircraft maintenance courses and pass required company examinations.
  • Perform assigned maintenance tasks while on attachment (OJT).
  • Support more experienced engineers in performance of assignments and projects.
  • Spend time shadowing actual aircraft maintenance and support area operations.
  • Undertake a group project that support the day-to-day workings of engineering and maintenance activities by use of project management process in regard to project estimates, risks and opportunities; project issues; and reporting of progress / completion.
  • Perform and/or participate in additional activities/events that help build a strong network.
  • Work closely with an experienced engineering teams throughout the training cycle.
  • Acquire skills in multi-discipline engineering and maintenance environment including use of MRO software.
  • Acquaint self with the operational activities of Kenya Airways Flight Operations and Ground Operations departments.
  • Perform any other duty related training as assigned from time to time.

Skills

  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Good technical report writing skills
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Self-driven individual who can expand his/her skills with on-job training
  • Ability to work as a team player in a fast paced and deadline driven environment
  • Highly organized and self-motivated
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills

Qualifications

  • Engineering Degree in either Aeronautical/Electrical & Electronics/ mechanical/Mechatronics or a related discipline from a recognized institution
  • KCSE aggregate B+ with A Minus in Math, English and Physics or equivalent
  • At least upper second- class honors
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Relevant internship and academic project experience
  • Self-driven with the ability to seek out requirements with minimal direction
  • Passion for Kenya Airways
  • At least 1 year in a busy engineering environment

How to Apply

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