Engineering and Planning Coordinator

JSW Steel; Mumbai; On-site; INR 6,000,000 - 12,000,000; Full time

Job summary

JSW Group Aviation Charters in Mumbai seeks a Head of Flight Operations to lead day-to-day aviation activities, drive strategic decisions, and oversee regulatory compliance with DGCA standards. The role requires a strong leadership presence and extensive experience in fixed-wing operations.

You will manage pilots, engineers, and flight operations teams, liaise with OEMs and MROs, and spearhead safety programs, fleet planning, and major acquisitions to support domestic and international routes.

Qualifications

• Holder of ATPL license with PIC experience on fixed-wing aircraft.
• Experience in DGCA regulations compliance for minimum 5 years.
• 10+ years in aviation operations with leadership role.
• Strong network with DGCA, BCAS, AAI and OEMs.
• Base Mumbai with strong local network.

Responsibilities

• Lead flight operations strategy and ensure DGCA compliance.
• Oversee safety management systems and risk assessments.
• Recruit and manage pilots, engineers, and staff.
• Coordinate with OEMs and MROs for maintenance and acquisitions.
• Plan and monitor fleet operations for domestic and international routes.

Skills

Pilot experience

ATPL License

DGCA regulations knowledge

Leadership

Flight Operations management

Education

ATPL Certification

Aviation Engineering background

Leadership experience

Job description

The purpose of the role is to spearhead strategic decisions for JSW Group Aviation Charters which provides aircraft services to Top Management and First Family in India and abroad. The incumbent will be in a role managing day-to-day operations 24X7 along-with spearheading strategic decisions for Aviation department with Head - Aviation. The incumbent will also supervise all aviation related projects such as provisioning of new air strips/ helipads, airport planning, acquiring new aircraft and new business initiatives of Group in Aviation Aerospace.

Head Aviation / CEO of Sapphire is to be supported by

• 1. Head of Flight Operations
• 2. Head of Ground Operations
• 3. Head of Finance
• 4. Head of Engineering

Head Flight Operations is a Virtual Pilot who should be mentally operating each company aircraft and therefore should be a Fixed Wing Pilot.

Helicopter Pilots need to catch up on Fixed wing regulations as majority of the flying is Fixed wing Aircraft on domestic and international routes operated by state of the art aircraft. Flight operations on Helicopters is very less and limited to short ranges. Non-Pilot and Non-Engineers can do the job but the situational awareness in various safety situations can be overcome if someone has handled a similar role before.

Qualifications of Head Flight Operations:

• 1. Pilot/ Navigator/ Aircraft Engineer Been a Pilot previously and held an ATPL License and has flown Commercial Fixed wing Aircraft on Domestic and international sectors as Pilot in Command.
• The Role can be done by a Navigator who has served in a Leadership role of a organization like NSOP or similar. Has good knowledge of Aircraft Performance, adept with knowledge of Modern Avionics (The exposure to Pilot situational awareness, Aircraft performance, Knowledge of Systems particularly Engineering will be lacking who can be assisted by Head of Engineering).
• Aircraft /Aeronautical Engineer who has managed flight operations and Compliance of DGCA Regulations. 20-25 years of career experience in aviation operations, including a minimum of 5 years in a Management leadership position of an Aviation organization. 2. Age : 50. 3. Base : Mumbai ( already based in Mumbai so local network is strong with all agencies) 4. Roles handled: a) Head of Operation of fleet of Fixed wing Aircraft Long range and medium range Jets.
• Flight Planning on domestic and international sectors. Min 5 years.
• b) Handled DGCA compliance for minimum 5 years.
• c) Aircraft knowledge: Good knowledge of aircraft performance capabilities including understanding weight balance, load trim, flight planning, meteorology, evaluating/ comparing aircraft for acquisition.
• d) Ability to understand snags reported by Pilots and brief Top Management. Capable of assessing Go/ No Go situations.
• e) Handled Flight Safety. Aware of Limitations of aircraft, handled flight safety previously for 5 years min, knowledge of all DGCA regulations, Safety management System SMS.
• f) Technical knowledge: knowledge of Engines, Avionics, Airframes, SBs, Ads, Modifications, CAM, Quality, parts analysis, Jets, Turbo Prop, Piston Engines. Operations with MEL. Airworthiness requirements, previously planned coordinated major maintenance of aircraft.
• g) Thorough Knowledge of Pilot training regulations of Fixed Wing and Helicopter Pilots. Knowledge of training requirements, shortcoming of each Pilot Pre and Post simulator sessions.
• h) Handled DGCA regulatory Audits, Handled DGCA Regulatory audit, Safety, CAP 3300/3400, EASA SAPA Ramp checks.
• i) Managed Top Management previously, understand safety requirements and good interpersonal skills. Possesses exceptional business acumen, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• j) Hired Pilots. Engineers, staff, cabin crew. Demonstrated ability to recruit, hire and motivate a high performing team that values transparency and accountability.
• k) Negotiated aircraft purchase, Dealt with Purchase Agreements, Analysed performance of various aircraft. Has been involved in taking aircraft delivery.
• l) Have been Accountable Manager or Deputy in NSOP operations. (Note Private Aircraft Accountable Manager/ Helicopter will need few years to understand so NSOP background preferred with Long range Jets).
• m) MRO management and aircraft maintenance: Knowledge of maintenance requirements of each aircraft and aware of aircraft contracts with Maintenance agencies.
• n) Finance Budgeting: Previously involved in Aviation Budget planning, Cost of operations. Balance sheets, aircraft costing calculations.
• o) Liaison with DGCA and other agencies like BCAS, AAI etc is critical and so a good network is important. Min 10 years.
• p) Interacted with OEM like Bombardier, Gulfstream, Cessna, Leonardo, Rolls Royce, Pratt and Whitney, Honeywell and other OEMs, MROs, spare part suppliers, aircraft sales agencies.
• q) Man Management: Good experience.
• r) Able to work collaboratively with diverse leaders, communicate strategy across all levels of the organization, and build consensus around key initiatives and projects.
• s) SMS Safety Management System : Has thorough knowledge of SMS. Can identify Hazards, is Flight Safety conscious and can quickly analyse a growing situation.
• t) Weather and Terrain: Can relate aircraft performance with respect to bad weather and Terrain. Leadership Characteristics: Acting with Honor and Character: Is a person of high character; is consistent and acts in line with a clear and visible set of values and beliefs; deals and talks straight; walks his/her talk; is direct and truthful but at the same time can maintain confidentiality.

Making Complex Decisions: Can solve even the toughest and most complex of problems; analyse situations with available data ; is a quick study of the new and different; adds personal wisdom and experience to come to the best conclusion and solution, given the situation; uses multiple problem-solving tools and techniques. Understanding the Criticality: Manages time well and understands the importance and criticality of time management of the passengers.

Getting Work Done Through Others: Manages people well; gets the most and best out of the people he/she has; sets and communicates guiding goals; measures accomplishments, holds people accountable, and gives useful feedback; delegates and develops; keeps people informed; provides coaching for today and for the future. Focusing on Deliverables: Attacks everything with drive and energy with an eye on the bottom line; not afraid to initiate action before all the facts are known; drives to finish everything he/she starts. Ability to plan ahead.

Dealing with situation: Confidently takes on all issues, challenges, and people; comfortably handles and works through conflict; unperturbed in crises and is energized by tough challenges. Keeping on Point: Can quickly separate the mission-critical from the nice to dos and the trivial; quickly senses what's the next most useful thing to work on; focuses on the critical few tasks that really add value and puts aside or delays the rest.

Executing Results: strong managerial skills, drive, and a willingness to roll up their sleeves to get the job done; strong motivation, sense of urgency, high-level of energy and problem-solving skills; decisiveness; ability to effectively work under pressure and to meet challenging targets

Strong Top management and service skills Leading Teams: vision and strong communication skills; ability to earn trust from subordinates, peers, and superiors; ability to build a high performing team accountable for results. Building Relationships: personal stature and reputation to ensure ready acceptance; ability to work across all functions and levels of an organization.