Aviation Asset Repair & Strategy Lead

AirAsia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AirAsia is seeking a skilled engineer to lead the repair and overhaul of engines, modules, and Class 1 assets. You will manage removals, verify reports, and coordinate with shops while evaluating quotations and ensuring regulatory compliance.

You’ll drive cost-benefit analyses, track progress to on-time returns, and collaborate with lessors/OEMs/MROs. A hands-on leader invested in continuous learning and ADE brand advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing, monitoring, and coordinating the repair and overhaul of airline-owned and leased engines, modules, and Class 1 material assets.
• Review reasons and conditions for asset removals from aircraft.
• Collect and verify removal reports, BSI findings, and on-wing data before sending to shop.
• Participate in vendor and service provider evaluation/selection based on capability, quality, regulatory compliance, and company requirements.
• Work and negotiate with vendors and service providers for the repair of unserviceable assets.
• Evaluate repair quotations and perform cost-benefit analysis for repair vs. replacement decisions.
• Ensure repair orders are correctly issued, approved, and executed in compliance with repair requirements.
• Review on a weekly basis all shop findings, workscope reports, and cost estimates for accuracy and compliance.
• Track repair progress to ensure assets return to service within operational timelines.
• Review weekly report of the removal and shop visit update with the Airline’s representative.
• Respond promptly to customer, vendor, and repair shop communications.
• Support vendor registration process as per the Airline policy and requirements.
• Participate in review of the repairs with customers and prepare reports as required by customers.
• Deliver the needs of any other tasks as instructed and relevant to the role and the Asset Repair Team.
• Coordinate with lessors, OEMs, and independent MROs on lease, swap, and return conditions.
• Evaluate vendor performance in terms of cost, quality, and TAT.
• Contribute to strategic projects such as leasing, pooling, and optimization programs.
• Support development of repair strategies, SLAs, and long-term vendor agreements.
• Execute other tasks as assigned, relevant to the role and Asset Repair Team.
• Strengthen Asia Digital Engineering (ADE) brand image and customer advocacy.
• Promote ADE’s culture and values internally and externally.
• Drive process improvements in repair cycle management and asset utilization.
• Ensure due diligence, completeness, accuracy, and timely delivery of all assigned actions.
• Strive for excellence in execution of responsibilities and duties.
• Supervise subordinates and ensure assigned tasks are delivered effectively.
• Remain hands-on and responsive to operational urgencies.
• Be a team player with strong networking, curiosity, and commitment to continuous learning and self-development.

Job description

AirAsia is seeking a skilled engineer to lead the repair and overhaul of engines, modules, and Class 1 assets. You will manage removals, verify reports, and coordinate with shops while evaluating quotations and ensuring regulatory compliance.

You’ll drive cost-benefit analyses, track progress to on-time returns, and collaborate with lessors/OEMs/MROs. A hands-on leader invested in continuous learning and ADE brand advocacy.