Engineer & Maintenance Program & Configuration

GAL; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company in the UAE is looking for an Engineer – Maintenance Program & Configuration. The role involves managing aircraft maintenance programs and ensuring compliance with UAE MAR, EASA, and FAA regulations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 5 years of experience in aircraft maintenance and reliability engineering. Fluency in English is mandatory, and additional languages like Arabic or French are a plus. This position contributes to enhancing fleet safety and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in aircraft maintenance programs, reliability engineering, and configuration control.
• Demonstrated CAMO experience.
• Proficient in digital transformation initiatives related to maintenance planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain aircraft maintenance programs.
• Monitor fleet performance and optimize maintenance schedules.
• Ensure compliance with aviation regulations.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance program management

Reliability engineering

Configuration control

Project Management certification

Fluency in English

Knowledge of MSG-3 methodologies

Familiarity with regulatory frameworks

Experience with AMOS, CAMP, or TRAX

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Aerospace)

Job description

The Engineer – Maintenance Program & Configuration is responsible for managing aircraft maintenance programs, ensuring continued airworthiness, and maintaining effective configuration control across the fleet. The role focuses on regulatory compliance, maintenance optimization, reliability analysis, and coordination with CAMO, MROs, and aviation authorities to enhance fleet availability, safety, and cost efficiency.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with UAE MAR, EASA, and FAA requirements while supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering and maintenance environment.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Aerospace).
• Project Management certification (PMP or equivalent) is preferred.
• ICAO, EASA, or FAA airworthiness-related certifications are highly desirable.
• Advanced training in maintenance program management and configuration control is an advantage.

Experience & Technical Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in aircraft maintenance programs, reliability engineering, and configuration control.
• Demonstrated CAMO experience.
• Strong working knowledge of MSG-3 methodologies and maintenance program optimization.
• Experience implementing and tracking Airworthiness Directives (ADs) and Service Bulletins (SBs).
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks including Part M, Part 145, and CAMO requirements.
• Hands-on experience with maintenance and engineering systems such as AMOS, CAMP, TRAX, or equivalent.
• Experience in aircraft modification tracking and configuration control processes.
• Exposure to lifecycle cost analysis and maintenance cost optimization initiatives is highly desirable.

Language Skills

• Fluency in English (reading, writing, and speaking) is mandatory.
• Additional languages such as Arabic or French are an advantage

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain aircraft maintenance programs in line with regulatory and operational requirements.
• Monitor fleet performance and reliability data to optimize maintenance schedules and reduce downtime.
• Implement and track ADs and SBs to ensure continued airworthiness and fleet compliance.
• Maintain accurate aircraft configuration records and ensure effective configuration control.
• Coordinate with CAMO, MROs, OEMs, and regulatory authorities for maintenance program approvals and changes.
• Analyze reliability trends and drive continuous improvements in maintenance effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with UAE MAR, EASA, FAA, and applicable national aviation authority regulations.
• Provide engineering support to maintenance activities, including defect analysis and troubleshooting.
• Support digital transformation initiatives related to maintenance planning and engineering data management.
• Participate in audits, inspections, risk assessments, and safety management activities related to maintenance programs.
• Support aircraft transitions, modifications, and end-of-life maintenance planning.
• Contribute to predictive and condition-based maintenance initiatives where applicable.

Additional Requirements

• Strong understanding of Special Operations mission requirements and associated maintenance programs.
• Solid program management capability with a working knowledge of aviation contracts and terminology.
• Proficient in engineering and office software tools.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively across Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Operations teams.