Lead, Technical Asset Engineer

AirAsia; Sepang; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AirAsia is seeking an Asset Repair Team member in Malaysia to manage and monitor the repair and overhaul of engines, modules, and related assets. You will review asset removals, verify reports, and coordinate with vendors to ensure timely, compliant repairs.

You will evaluate quotations, conduct cost-benefit analyses, and track progress with OEMs and service providers to maintain serviceable assets while supporting strategic leasing and optimization initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in aviation asset repair and MRO processes.
• Ability to coordinate with suppliers, OEMs, and airline teams.
• Understanding of repair cycle and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage repair and overhaul of engines, modules, and Class 1 assets.
• Review reasons for asset removals from aircraft and verify reports.
• Evaluate vendor performance on cost, quality, and turnaround time.
• Coordinate with lessors, OEMs, and MROs on lease, swap, and returns.
• Negotiate with vendors for repair of unserviceable assets and assess quotations.

Skills

Vendor management

Cost-benefit analysis

Negotiation

Data analysis

Repair process knowledge

Job description

Job Description

• 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.

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