Manager Avionics

Riyadh Air; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A new national airline in Saudi Arabia is seeking a subject matter expert for avionics systems. This critical role involves delivering operational excellence, overseeing maintenance activities, and leading a team to ensure fleet reliability. Candidates should have a degree in Aerospace or similar fields, with a minimum of 10 years in aviation avionics maintenance, including leadership experience. Join us to shape the future of aviation at Riyadh Air.

Qualifications

• 10 years of progressive experience in commercial aviation avionics maintenance.
• At least 3 years leading technical teams in an airline or MRO environment.
• Experience on modern commercial aircraft types (A320/A350/B787 preferred).

Responsibilities

• Deliver operational excellence across avionics systems.
• Develop and implement avionics maintenance strategies.
• Oversee all avionics maintenance activities for compliance.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Problem-solving skills

Deep knowledge of avionics systems

Experience with e-Enabling technologies

Digital maintenance management platforms

Education

Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Avionics

Job description

About the Company

Riyadh Air (RX), headquartered in the Saudi Capital, is the new national airline what's shaping the future of flying. It seeks to lead the aviation industry by transforming Saudi Arabia into a global aviation and trade hub – a digitally native airline that will connect the kingdom to more than 100 destinations.

About the Role

Are you ready to lead avionics excellence and drive technical innovation for one of the world's most ambitious airline startups?

You will serve as the subject matter expert responsible for delivering operational excellence across all avionics systems, ensuring the Riyadh Air fleet is safe, compliant, reliable, on-time, and defect-free. This role is critical in maintaining the highest standards of avionics systems while supporting our ambitious growth plans and commitment to world-class service delivery.

In this role, you will develop and implement comprehensive avionics maintenance strategies aligned with our operational objectives, leading the planning and execution of maintenance programs to ensure maximum fleet availability and reliability. You will oversee all avionics maintenance activities to ensure compliance with GACA, EASA, FAA, and manufacturer requirements, while serving as the primary technical authority for complex troubleshooting and system integration issues.

You can expect to lead and mentor a high-performing team of avionics technicians and engineers, monitor system performance and reliability trends, coordinate with Operations Control and Flight Operations to minimize disruptions, and manage relationships with OEMs, suppliers, and regulatory authorities. You'll drive continuous improvement initiatives, oversee modification and upgrade programs, and manage avionics spare parts strategies to optimize both availability and cost.

This is a critical role where your technical leadership will directly enhance fleet reliability, operational excellence, and Riyadh Air's journey to becoming one of the world's greatest service brands.

About You

Degree qualified in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Avionics, or a related technical field, you will demonstrate a minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in commercial aviation avionics maintenance and engineering, with at least 3 years leading technical teams in an airline or MRO environment.

You are expected to possess deep knowledge of avionics systems including flight management, navigation, communication, and surveillance systems, with proven experience on modern commercial aircraft types (A320/A350/B787 family preferred). You will bring exceptional leadership capabilities, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and a track record of implementing avionics maintenance programs that achieve operational KPIs.

We'd love to hear from you even more if you possess experience with e-Enabling technologies, digital maintenance management platforms, Low Visibility Operations (LVO) programs, and RVSM compliance, as well as professional certifications in avionics systems and Arabic language proficiency.

This is your opportunity to shape the future of air travel. Bring your best and show us why you can own this position within Riyadh Air.

Please submit your application by clicking on the Apply button. Our Talent Acquisition team will be reviewing applications shortly.