Chief Nacelle Engineer — 3-Year Contract Lead Aircraft OEM

Success Human Resource Centre Pte Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized recruitment agency in Singapore is seeking a highly experienced Nacelle Specialist (Chief Engineer) to lead a nacelle OEM design program for large-body aircraft. This senior leadership position oversees the design, development, and certification of nacelle systems and requires 15-20 years of nacelle experience. Candidates must have proven technical authority and leadership capabilities to guide a team of 80-100 engineers. Excellent compensation and contract details are provided.

Qualifications

• 15–20 years’ experience in nacelle design, development, and certification.
• Prior nacelle-specific experience is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of FAA/EASA certification (CAAC experience is a plus).

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the nacelle engineering team.
• Oversee design and development of nacelle components, ensuring compliance with FAA/EASA certification standards.
• Lead program milestones including PDR, CDR, testing, and prototyping.

Skills

Technical leadership

Nacelle design expertise

Project management

Stakeholder influence

Mentorship abilities

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Ansys

MSC

Job description

A specialized recruitment agency in Singapore is seeking a highly experienced Nacelle Specialist (Chief Engineer) to lead a nacelle OEM design program for large-body aircraft. This senior leadership position oversees the design, development, and certification of nacelle systems and requires 15-20 years of nacelle experience. Candidates must have proven technical authority and leadership capabilities to guide a team of 80-100 engineers. Excellent compensation and contract details are provided.