Operations Manager – Aircraft Maintenance,

Ifairworthy; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 146,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation maintenance company in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee daily operations, manage maintenance personnel, and ensure compliance with standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aviation maintenance, strong leadership skills, and relevant qualifications. This role offers a competitive, tax-free salary and comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and annual flight tickets.

Benefits

Competitive, tax-free salary

Family status visa

Comprehensive medical coverage

Annual flight tickets

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in a supervisory role managing aviation maintenance.
• Strong understanding of aircraft structures and modification programs.
• Proficient in English (reading, writing, and speaking).

Responsibilities

• Manage aircraft maintenance personnel and resources.
• Ensure compliance with maintenance standards and regulations.
• Produce regular reports and monthly contract deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Process Improvement

Material Planning

MRO Operations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Aircraft Maintenance, Aviation, or Engineering

PMP or equivalent

Six Sigma certification

Tools

Maintenance Software

Job description

Position

Operations Manager Aviation Maintenance

Location

Abu Dhabi (or assigned location)

Contract Type

Full-Time, Long-Term

Basic Function and Scope

The Operations Manager is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of aviation maintenance functions, including material planning, production control, and maintenance execution. This role supports and deputizes for the Program Manager, ensuring contractual deliverables, personnel performance, and aircraft readiness standards are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor s Degree in Aircraft Maintenance, Aviation, or Engineering (Master s in a related discipline preferred)
• PMP or equivalent project management certification
• Six Sigma or similar process improvement qualification
• In-depth experience in MRO operations, maintenance programs, and sustainment planning

Experience

• Minimum 8 years in a supervisory role managing aviation maintenance and modification programs, preferably military
• Strong knowledge of lifecycle logistics and multi-aircraft material planning
• Experience negotiating contracts and managing OEM/vendor relations

Language Skills

• Must be proficient in English (reading, writing, and speaking)

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage aircraft maintenance personnel, resources, and equipment
2. Ensure compliance with all applicable maintenance standards and safety regulations
3. Prepare for audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented
4. Oversee and support departmental managers to maintain effective operations
5. Produce regular reports and monthly contract deliverables (CDRL)
6. Direct maintenance activities including inspections, modifications, and repairs
7. Ensure aircraft meet airworthiness standards through strict adherence to technical manuals
8. Forecast and plan scheduled maintenance around operational requirements
9. Oversee related functions such as logistics, quality control, and IT
10. Develop and implement training programs for new aircraft types
11. Support deployment operations with procedural guidance
12. Maintain contractual KPIs and escalate risks as necessary
13. Act as primary interface with customer leadership on maintenance program matters

Supervision

• Supervises: Unit Managers
• Reports to: Program Manager

Additional Requirements

• Strong understanding of aircraft structures, equipment, and modification programs
• Working knowledge of contract law and aviation contract terminology
• Proficient in standard business and maintenance software
• Strong leadership, delegation, and interdepartmental coordination skills

Benefits

• Competitive, tax-free salary
• Family status visa
• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Annual flight tickets