Senior Projects Engineer

Emirates Airlines - Other locations; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline is seeking a Senior Projects Engineer to manage engineering projects for aircraft configurations and innovations in passenger experience. You will lead teams through the specification, design, and certification phases, ensuring compliance with aviation standards. The ideal candidate has a degree in Aerospace or an Aircraft Maintenance License, along with a minimum of 8 years of experience in engineering projects within the aviation sector. This role offers a tax-free salary, travel benefits, and a comprehensive healthcare package.

Benefits

Attractive tax-free salary

Discounted flights and hotel stays

Excellent leave and healthcare package

Transport benefits

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Degree or Honours in Aerospace related field and/or Aircraft Maintenance License for 5 years.
• 8+ years of experience in Engineering / Engineering Projects.
• Experience in handling aircraft and commodity projects in an airline environment.

Responsibilities

• Define product and system requirements and develop technical specifications.
• Manage and mentor a team of engineers through project phases.
• Manage project execution and risk management by applying best practices.

Skills

Aerospace knowledge

Project management

Risk analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Aerospace field or Aircraft Maintenance License

Job description

Overview

Engineering Projects section specializes in evaluating, specifying, and negotiating new and used aircraft acquisitions. We oversee the entire process, from initial evaluation and assembly inspection to final delivery and acceptance.

We develop detailed specifications for aircraft and new system installations, including Passenger Entertainment and Connectivity Services (IFE) and Cabin Interiors. Our team ensures that all regulatory requirements, safety standards, functionality, and maintainability are met for each aircraft's entry into service.

As a Senior Projects Engineer (Airbus/Boeing) you will lead cross-functional teams in defining aircraft configuration and interiors customisation or IFE and avionics projects for Emirates’ future fleet. From initial technical specification through design, development, certification, and entry into service, this role drives innovation in interiors, cabin products, IFE, connectivity, and avionics, across Boeing and Airbus programs. You will operate at the intersection of engineering excellence and stakeholder collaboration, ensuring Emirates remains at the forefront of passenger experience and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Define product and system requirements, by developing robust technical specifications based on operational needs, stakeholder input, industry trends, and in-service feedback to guide the selection of BFE/SFE components and systems.
• Manage and mentor a team of engineers through all project phases, from concept design to testing, certification, and delivery of aircraft systems and features.
• Manage project execution and risk management by applying best practices in project and resource management to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery while identifying and mitigating risks aligned with stakeholder expectations.
• Manage stakeholder engagement and entry into service by coordinating with OEMs, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure smooth aircraft delivery and entry into service, covering documentation, training, and material readiness.
• Lead the aircraft configuration and definitions for Boeing and Airbus fleets, including option packages, SCNs, and cabin layouts, ensuring alignment with operational and program requirements.
• Ensure full regulatory compliance and certification oversight with EASA, FAA, GCAA, cybersecurity etc across all assigned commodities and projects, integrating feedback throughout development and certification phases.
• Direct the review of aircraft definition documents and finalise trim and finish specifications, ensuring alignment with brand, regulatory, and operational standards.
• Define Emirates’ future IFE and connectivity strategy by evaluating vendor technologies, fleet requirements, and in-service performance to create industry-leading passenger experiences. Evaluate and recommend avionics and communication systems for future fleets, ensuring technical compatibility, innovation alignment, and cost-effectiveness.
• Lead the integration of e-enablement infrastructure, including public key infrastructure tools and cloud-hosted platforms, in collaboration with OEMs and internal stakeholders to support Emirates’ digital fleet capabilities.

Qualifications

• Degree or Honours (12+3 or equivalent) preferably in Aerospace related field and/or holder of an Aircraft Maintenance License for 5 years.
• At least 8 years of experience in Engineering / Engineering Projects.
• Aviation experience and in addition similar role of handling aircraft and commodity projects in airline environment.
• Thorough knowledge of the latest technical developments in the field of aircraft, configuration, product development and industry trends.
• Ability to analyse technical information, risk, schedule and cost assessments and contractual commitments.

Salary & Benefits

Join us in a management role and enjoy an attractive tax-free salary. On top of our generous travel benefits, including discounted flights and hotel stays around the world, this managerial role also has an excellent leave and healthcare package. That’s on top of transport benefits, life insurance and more. Find out what it’s like to live and work in our fast-paced, cosmopolitan home city in the Dubai Lifestyle section of our website www.emirates.com/careers