Technical Services Engineer

flyadeal; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

flyadeal is seeking an experienced Technical Services Engineer to lead engineering activities within the CAMO department, focusing on cost-efficient maintenance planning and reliability improvements for aircraft and engines.

The role involves guiding maintenance programs, evaluating modifications, and ensuring compliance with manufacturers and regulators, while driving cost-saving initiatives and effective data-driven decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent; a master’s degree in finance or business administration is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Technical Services Engineer in an airline environment.
• Experience with CFM56 and LEAP-1A engines, including on/off-wing management.
• Preferable experience in low-cost airline operations.
• Strong understanding of aircraft maintenance costs, lifecycle costing, and financial management principles.
• Proficiency in aviation ERP systems, especially AMOS.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on maintenance, repair, overhaul, and modification of aircraft and equipment.
• Monitor defects, delays, and engine removals, investigating and recommending remedial actions.
• Review technical data from manufacturers and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance, performance improvements, and cost efficiency.
• Liaise with manufacturers and translate technical bulletins into internal documentation, such as Engineering Orders and Special Work Instructions.
• Evaluate specifications for modifications and repairs, advising on specialized tools and equipment.
• Review and update technical documents, including modifications, Technical Notices, and AMP Amendments.
• Coordinate investigations of incidents and accidents, initiating follow-up actions to address component and system failures.
• Support local modifications, maintenance schedule amendments, and concessions on aircraft and components.
• Assist in material management functions, such as Airbus FHS engineering and shop visit reports.
• Track and manage maintenance and engineering costs, including scheduled and unscheduled activities.
• Perform detailed cost analyses and develop financial reports to aid decision-making.
• Maintain accurate cost databases and provide regular cost performance reports.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities within the CAMO department.

Skills

Cost optimization

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering

Master’s degree in finance or MBA (preferred)

Tools

AMOS

Job description

Manage and coordinate engineering activities within the CAMO department, providing technical guidance to enhance aircraft and engine performance and reliability. This role focuses on optimizing cost-related aspects of maintenance and engineering to ensure the airline operates efficiently and sustainably.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance on maintenance, repair, overhaul, and modification of aircraft and equipment.
• Monitor defects, delays, and engine removals, investigating and recommending remedial actions.
• Review technical data from manufacturers and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance, performance improvements, and cost efficiency.
• Liaise with manufacturers and translate technical bulletins into internal documentation, such as Engineering Orders and Special Work Instructions.
• Evaluate specifications for modifications and repairs, advising on specialized tools and equipment.
• Review and update technical documents, including modifications, Technical Notices, and AMP Amendments.
• Coordinate investigations of incidents and accidents, initiating follow-up actions to address component and system failures.
• Support local modifications, maintenance schedule amendments, and concessions on aircraft and components.
• Assist in material management functions, such as Airbus FHS engineering and shop visit reports.
• Track and manage maintenance and engineering costs, including scheduled and unscheduled activities.
• Perform detailed cost analyses and develop financial reports to aid decision-making.
• Maintain accurate cost databases and provide regular cost performance reports.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities within the CAMO department.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent; a master’s degree in finance or business administration is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Technical Services Engineer in an airline environment.
• Experience with CFM56 and LEAP-1A engines, including on/off-wing management.
• Preferable experience in low-cost airline operations.
• Strong understanding of aircraft maintenance costs, lifecycle costing, and financial management principles.
• Proficiency in aviation ERP systems, especially AMOS.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.