Manager Design Engineering - Etihad Engineering - Jobs in Abu Dhabi

Job Description

SynopsisLeads a team of Lead Design Engineers (LDE), Design Engineers (DE), Design Technicians (DT) and CAD Technicians to deliver Major cabin modification EASA STC. MDE will function as a Compliance Verification Engineer (CVE) and/or design signatory for one or more technical disciplines under EASA and/ or GCAA regulations. Note: The role requires managerial discipline, dedication and meet aggressive targets on delivery of projects. It requires work outside normal office hours.Accountabilities

• Accountable for the management of the engineering team and Design activities which includes technical evaluation and feasibility studies of customer requests on cabin modification, provide proper solution and costing of projects.
• Help in designing and certifying modifications arising from customer requests.
• Management of the certification process for STC/major modification i.a.w the Design Organization Handbook and Procedures.
• Deploy and manage available resources to meet business needs and targets. Carry out short to medium term planning of resource needs to ensure regulatory compliance and to meet business unit objectives.
• Review and approve the working instructions and certification document(s) developed by the Engineers within the scope of DOA Part 21J.
• Approve minor deviations within the scope of Part 21J. Review and approve the substantiation data package and means of compliance to the certification specifications to comply with the Etihad Engineering Design Organization Handbook and Procedures approval process.
• Provide feedback identifying the critical path, risks and mitigation action of all ongoing projects. Contribute to daily meetings to ensure that deliverable targets, KPIs etc. are agreed upon. Ensure all possible mitigation action has been taken against risks. Support with any additional tasks or projects to meet organization objectives.
• Lead productivity initiatives and process improvement work streams to achieve efficient engineering process. Set and monitor performance objectives and technical competency on quarterly basis for all staff.

Education & Experience

• Bachelors Degree or higher in the field of Aeronautical, Mechanical or Electrical/Electronics Engineering and +10 years experience in Development Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of management experience and 8 years related experience in design/development engineering in an EASA/GCAA Part 21J organization (equivalent FAA experience is acceptable) or TC holder or at a DOA/POA with similar scope to EYEng. Minimum 3 years of previous experience as a Compliance Verification Engineer.
• Formal training in Part 21J applicable courses is preferred.

About Etihad Engineering Etihad Engineering is a part of ADQ, offering industry leading aircraft maintenance and engineering solutions including airframe maintenance, component repair, overhaul services and technical training, with a team of around 2,000 professionals from around the world. We have vast experience on Airbus and Boeing aircraft, delivering an extensive range of services such as advanced composite repair, cabin refurbishment and component repair. We are spearheading Abu Dhabis vision of being a global aerospace hub of the future and playing a crucial role in supporting economic growth and diversification in the United Arab Emirates. To learn more, visit etihadengineering.com/

Keyskills :
Mechanical component repair Design Engineers

About Company

Etihad Airways is the second flag carrier airline of the United Arab Emirates. Its head office is in Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi, near Abu Dhabi International Airport. Etihad commenced operations in November 2003. It is the second-largest airline in the UAE after Emirates. The name Etihad is Arabic for 'United'.