Associate Quality Lineside Engineer

Singapore Aero Engine Services Private Limited (SAESL); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

Flexible Benefits

Company Transport

Job summary

Singapore Aero Engine Services Private Limited (SAESL) in Singapore seeks a Quality Assurance role focused on compliance and process management in the aviation industry. Candidates with a diploma in Engineering and at least 6 years of relevant experience are preferred.

The successful applicant will monitor production activities, ensure quality standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Proficiency in technical troubleshooting and strong analytical skills are required.

Willingness to work on a rotating shift schedule is essential, with comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Engineering or a related discipline with relevant experience.
• Good knowledge of large commercial aircraft engines.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with mandatory procedures and quality standards.
• Monitor production activities for safety and quality compliance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Technical troubleshooting

Education

Diploma in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

About SAESL

A joint venture company between Rolls‑Royce Plc and SIA Engineering Company. The company first started operations in 2001 and has since become a market leader for both engine overhaul and component repair services. As a result of sustained business growth, SAESL has continued to expand its facilities and develop new capabilities for both its engine overhaul and component repair businesses. The Engine Overhaul business has the capability to service all products in the Trent engine family, including Trent 500, 700, 800, 900, 1000 and XWB; SAESL is the only Trent engine MRO that can support all product variants. The Engine Overhaul business has the capacity to repair and overhaul over 300 Trent engines per year and is equipped with a state‑of‑the‑art Engine Test Facility that supports our best‑in‑class engine turnaround times.

Why Join SAESL

• Staff Benefits (Comprehensive Medical Coverage, Flexible Benefits, Company Transport)
• Training/Career Progression Opportunities
• Job Security

Job Responsibilities

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with mandatory procedures, quality standards, and inspection requirements across all shop floor operations.
• Enforce adherence to approved work instructions, technical specifications, regulatory requirements, and quality control processes.
• Support investigations into quality issues by contributing to root cause analysis and implementing effective Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).

Process Management & Inspection

• Monitor production activities to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Perform in‑process and final inspections of engine modules and hardware in accordance with technical specifications, customer requirements, and quality standards.
• Verify that inspection criteria, documentation, and process controls are consistently applied throughout the production process.
• Identify, contain, document, and escalate non‑conformances to prevent defect escape and ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and ensure traceability in accordance with quality management system requirements.

Continuous Improvement

• Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and problem‑solving methodologies.
• Analyse defect trends, rework data, and process performance to identify opportunities for quality and process improvements.
• Support initiatives to improve First Pass Yield (FPY), reduce defects, and enhance overall product quality.
• Drive standardisation and simplification of quality processes to improve consistency, efficiency, and operational performance.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve quality issues and maintain effective process control.
• Provide quality guidance and technical support to production teams to ensure compliance with established quality requirements.
• Promote a strong quality culture through proactive engagement, coaching, and regular shop floor presence.

Shift Operations Support

• Work on a rotating shift schedule to support continuous manufacturing operations.
• Ensure consistent quality assurance coverage across all shifts while maintaining inspection standards and responsiveness.
• Conduct comprehensive shift handovers to ensure effective communication and continuity of critical quality issues and ongoing actions.

Qualification / Experience

• Diploma in Engineering or a related discipline. Candidates with a diploma and at least 6 years of relevant experience in the aviation industry will be considered.
• Good knowledge of large commercial aircraft engines and aviation maintenance processes.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient in technical troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively under tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and SAP.
• Willingness to work on‑site on a rotating shift schedule, including weekends and public holidays, to support operational requirements.