GEnx/LEAP Engineering Production Lead

Sanad Aero Solutions Gmbh.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanad Aerotech in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Manager – Engineering Production Support for GEnx and LEAP programs. You will lead the Engineering Support team, provide technical governance, and ensure compliant engine overhaul and repair execution across OEM standards.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in Aviation/MRO engineering, with 5+ years in technical leadership on major engine programs, and strong knowledge of OEM documentation and airworthiness requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering required.
• Minimum 10 years' progressive Aviation/MRO engineering experience.
• At least 5 years in technical leadership roles supporting major engine programs (GEnx/LEAP).
• Expert knowledge of OEM documentation, airworthiness requirements and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the GEnx & LEAP Engineering Support team, set technical priorities, allocate workloads, and establish engineering standards and best practices.
• Provide technical oversight, approve engineering dispositions, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure timely technical responses to production challenges.
• Ensure compliance with OEM manuals, service bulletins, airworthiness directives, and regulatory requirements while interfacing with OEMs and authorities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support workflow, manage technical risks, and align engineering readiness with operational targets.
• Review and validate technical reports, monitor reliability trends, lead root cause analyses, and provide performance insights.
• Drive process optimization, Lean practices, support digitalization initiatives, and promote knowledge sharing.
• Perform additional duties to support operational and business objectives.

Skills

Team Leadership

Engineering Governance

Technical Authority

Regulatory Compliance

Root Cause Analysis

Cross-functional Collaboration

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering

Advanced Certifications (preferred)

Job description

Sanad Aerotech in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Manager – Engineering Production Support for GEnx and LEAP programs. You will lead the Engineering Support team, provide technical governance, and ensure compliant engine overhaul and repair execution across OEM standards.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in Aviation/MRO engineering, with 5+ years in technical leadership on major engine programs, and strong knowledge of OEM documentation and airworthiness requirements.