Maintenance program engineer

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Development of Etihad customized Maintenance Programs.
• Review of all operational affecting factors (Schedule maintenance findings, Reliability, etc.) with an object of continuous evolution of Etihad customized Maintenance Programs.
• Aircraft Maintenance Program (AMP) creations and amendments.
• Preparation of safe and cost effective Maintenance Program.
• Support Lead Maintenance Program Engineer during the annual AMP review meetings.
• Liaise with manufacturers, vendors and other operators and customers to obtain technical data to constantly review the requirements and to recommend changes to AMPs through AMP meetings.
• Gather data and compose a case study for Maintenance Check or component life escalation with a view to optimize maintenance.
• Analyze any impact of the modifications and configuration changes and initiate changes and ensure timely incorporation into the AMP.
• Liaise with Planning Department for AMP proper implementation and forecasting.
• Maintain close liaison with the Reliability Engineering group and Fleet Management to identify need for adjustment in the Maintenance Programs.
• Monitors the results of Systems, CPCP, Structural and Sampling inspections to adjust the AMP's accordingly.
• Manage projects as directed by Lead Maintenance Program Engineer.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
 

• Tertiary qualifications that meet the eligibility requirements for membership as a charted engineer (e.g. Bachelor degree in the field of Aeronautical, Mechanical or Electrical/Electronic engineering) with a minimum 5 years job-related experience.
• Diploma/Aircraft License with at least 5 years of experience in aviation maintenance.

TRAINING & KNOWLEDGE
 

• Formal training in Maintenance program development and optimization.
• Strong background and skills in computer literacy, aircraft systems and components, regulatory requirements and a thorough understanding of MSG-3 logic.
• Formal technical training (Gen fam course is acceptable) on Etihad aircraft types.
• Strong interpersonal skills, team player; self-starter; strong communications skills, creative and innovative to always be one step ahead; decisive and firm, but fair in agreeing targets; strong negotiation and presentation skills.
• Excellent standard of English language and ability to expedite tasks in a firm and diplomatic manner, being able to exercise appropriate discretion/manage commercially sensitive data.
• AMOS knowkedge is preferrable.

About Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was formed in 2003 to bring “Abu Dhabi to the World”. Over the years, we have grown into Etihad Aviation Group, a diversified global aviation and travel company, which is one of the world’s most acclaimed industry brands.