Aviation Field Services Engineering Manager

GAL; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 380,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

GAL is seeking an experienced Manager – Field Services to lead engineering across design, tooling, equipment, and repair activities in the UAE. The role emphasizes DOA capability development and adherence to aviation standards within military aviation contexts.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in aviation engineering, airline/MRO environments, and certification activities, with exposure to DOA, PMA, Part 21, and related approvals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical, Avionics, or related engineering.
• Minimum 10+ years of aviation engineering experience, including 5+ years in military aviation services/MRO.
• Experience with DOA, Part 21, PMA, or equivalent approvals.
• Knowledge of QMS, AS9110, IPT environments, and engineering analysis is an advantage.
• Strong communication, leadership, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering activities across design, tooling & equipment, and repair engineering functions.
• Ensure compliance with airworthiness standards, including EASA/FAA Part 21 or equivalent.
• Oversee design execution, data production, testing, validation, and certification activities.
• Lead repair engineering to meet design, safety, and certification requirements.
• Lead R&D, reverse engineering, and obsolescence management initiatives.
• Support development of internal DOA, Part 21, PMA, or equivalent certification capability.
• Manage design, development, testing, and certification of tools, equipment, and processes.
• Lead liaison with OEMs, suppliers, customers and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure materials, processes, specifications, and deliverables meet aviation standards.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical / Mechanical / Avionics Engineering

MS or MBA (advantage)

Job description

GAL is seeking an experienced Manager – Field Services to lead engineering across design, tooling, equipment, and repair activities in the UAE. The role emphasizes DOA capability development and adherence to aviation standards within military aviation contexts.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in aviation engineering, airline/MRO environments, and certification activities, with exposure to DOA, PMA, Part 21, and related approvals.