Officer - Gate 2

The Sanad Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sanad Group in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Officer – Repair Capability Development to support the planning, qualification, and integration of new repair capabilities within our MRO operations. With a focus on documentation, data handling, and cross-functional collaboration, you will assist in capabity development, track milestones, and help ensure regulatory compliance across FAA, EASA, and GCAA standards.

This entry-level role is foundational to advancing repair processes in a regulated

Qualifications

• Completion of a vocational or technical course or diploma in Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or related engineering field is required.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline would be an advantage.
• 2–3 years of experience in a technical or engineering support role (MRO/aerospace/manufacturing)
• Exposure to documentation, engineering coordination, or project tracking is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and formatting technical work instructions, routing sheets, and capability request forms.
• Coordinate with internal departments and track project milestones for repair capability development.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (FAA, EASA, GCAA) and support audit preparation.
• Collect data, prepare basic reports, and contribute to process improvements in documentation workflows.

Skills

Technical Documentation

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Project Support

Regulatory Awareness

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Learning Agility

Education

Diploma in Mechanical/Aerospace/Manufacturing or related engineering

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (advantage)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

The job based in United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi

JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY:

The Officer – Repair Capability Development provides essential technical and administrative support to the Manager – Repair Capability Development and the wider team. This role plays a key part in the documentation, coordination, and execution of activities related to the planning, qualification, and integration of new or enhanced repair capabilities within Sanad’s MRO operations.

Working under close supervision, the Officer assists in compiling technical data, preparing capability requests, tracking project milestones, coordinating with internal departments, and maintaining records to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The role helps facilitate smooth project execution and supports cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Quality, Production, Planning, and Procurement teams. This entry-level technical role is foundational to building expertise in repair process development within a regulated aerospace environment.

3. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Technical and Documentation Support

• Assist in drafting and formatting technical work instructions (TWIs), routing sheets, and capability request forms.
• Support the collation of technical justifications and data for repair qualification submissions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of repair development activities and documentation.

2. Project Coordination

• Track progress of ongoing repair capability projects and update trackers or dashboards as directed.
• Schedule meetings, prepare minutes, and coordinate follow-up actions for repair development reviews.
• Support tooling, materials, and logistics coordination in preparation for repair trials or validations.

3. Compliance and Quality Support

• Organize and maintain compliance-related documents in alignment with regulatory standards (GCAA, EASA, FAA).
• Assist in audit preparation by compiling required documentation and evidence.

4. Data Analysis and Reporting

• Collect and consolidate performance data from capability trials or production feedback.
• Prepare basic reports or presentations summarizing project status and outcomes for management review.
• Contribute ideas for improving workflows or data management practices within the team.
• Participate in team initiatives aimed at enhancing documentation, turnaround time, or process clarity.

9. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES

Minimum Qualifications:

(Education/Certification/Licensure/Professional Membership)

• Completion of a vocational or technical course or diploma in Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or a related engineering field is required.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline would be an advantage.
• 2 to 3 years of experience in a technical or engineering support role, preferably within an MRO, aerospace, or manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to documentation, engineering coordination, or project tracking is a plus.

Job Specific Competencies:

• Technical Documentation: Ability to understand and assist in preparing basic technical instructions, forms, and reports.
• Attention to Detail: Maintains accuracy in documentation and data entry; identifies inconsistencies or gaps.
• Team Collaboration: Works effectively within a team and communicates clearly with peers and supervisors.
• Project Support: Demonstrates organizational skills in handling multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Regulatory Awareness: Basic understanding or willingness to learn about aviation regulatory requirements (FAA, EASA, GCAA).
• Microsoft Office Proficiency: Competent in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for documentation and reporting purposes.
• Learning Agility: Eager to grow technical knowledge and contribute to repair capability development efforts.