Quality Manager

Confidential; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in the UAE seeks a senior Quality Manager to lead the Quality Management System for its aviation maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with GCAA CAR 145 and industry best practices.

The role collaborates with the Accountable Manager and senior leadership, oversees audits, CAPA, MOE documentation, and continuous improvement across maintenance and engineering activities. Immediate joiners preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aviation/engineering field is required.
• Minimum 5 years of management experience.
• GCAA Postholder experience is mandatory in UAE.
• Strong knowledge of GCAA CAR 145 regulations.
• Experience in quality assurance, auditing, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience maintaining MOE documentation and corrective action processes.
• Engine maintenance/workshop experience is preferred.
• Must be available to join immediately.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Quality Management System and ensure compliance with GCAA CAR 145 regulations.
• Monitor maintenance activities, procedures, and systems to uphold regulatory standards.
• Lead internal and external quality audits and implement CAPA.
• Manage quality assurance processes and maintain continuous regulatory compliance.
• Review and maintain MOE documentation and related records.
• Collaborate with Accountable Manager and senior management to improve quality and safety.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across maintenance and engineering operations.

Skills

GCAA CAR 145 Regulations

Aviation Quality Assurance

Regulatory Compliance and Auditing

CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action

MOE familiarity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Aviation Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

MOE Documentation Management

CAPA tracking tools

Regulatory Auditing tools

Job description

A leading aviation engine services organization is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to support its UAE-based maintenance operations. This senior leadership position is ideal for professionals with extensive experience in aviation quality management, regulatory compliance, and GCAA CAR 145 requirements.

The successful candidate will oversee the organization's Quality Management System, ensure compliance with aviation regulations, and work closely with the Accountable Manager and senior leadership team. Candidates who are eligible to serve as a GCAA Post Holder and are available for immediate joining are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the Quality Management System and ensure compliance with GCAA CAR 145 regulations.
• Monitor maintenance activities, procedures, and operational systems to maintain regulatory standards.
• Lead internal and external quality audits while implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Manage quality assurance processes and ensure continuous regulatory compliance.
• Review and maintain the Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE) and related documentation.
• Collaborate with the Accountable Manager and senior management to enhance operational quality and safety.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across maintenance and engineering operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Aviation Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of management experience.
• Previous UAE GCAA Postholder experience is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of GCAA CAR 145 regulations.
• Proven experience in quality assurance, auditing, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience managing MOE documentation and corrective action processes.
• Engine maintenance or workshop experience is preferred.
• Strong understanding of maintenance organization procedures.
• Available to join immediately.

Strong knowledge of:

• GCAA CAR 145 Regulations
• Aviation Quality Assurance
• Regulatory Compliance and Auditing
• Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE)
• Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)
• Aircraft Engine Maintenance Operations