Airframe Engineering Manager

2w2 weeks ago

Aer Lingus

Dublin, IE · Full-time · €90,000 – €130,000

About this role

This role has direct responsibility for the Technical Services teams of Avionics, Cabin, Systems and Structures. It provides Engineering support to the A320 Family and A330 Fleets in UK and Ireland. The position ensures rigorous airworthiness and maintenance standards across operations.

Day-to-day involves managing team performance through reviews and developing competencies. Ensure Engineering changes are risk assessed and mitigated while rigorously implementing the Airworthiness Directive process. Review OEM data like Airbus SB and ISI for risk-based decisions on modifications.

Provision latest maintenance data including ICAs from aircraft delivery and updates. Output Engineering Orders and Technical Notices to highest standards for Maintenance, Planning and Materials. Update aircraft damage charts and repair files timely for A320 Family and A330 structures.

Provide support to Line Maintenance, MCC and Technical Support for complex damage assessments. Maintain oversight of subcontracted organisations in a collaborative environment. Join a team passionate about aviation with a 'how can I help?' attitude.

Aer Lingus offers staff travel benefits and career advancement in a dynamic setting. Embrace diversity with equal opportunities for all qualified individuals. Build the future by putting safety first and owning commitments.

Requirements

Expertise in airframe engineering for A320 Family and A330 aircraft
Knowledge of Airworthiness Directives and rigorous implementation processes
Experience reviewing OEM data such as Airbus SB, ISI and performing cost of prevention vs failure analysis
Proficiency in provisioning ICAs and latest maintenance data for fleet operations
Skills in risk assessing and mitigating engineering changes
Ability to manage Technical Services teams including performance reviews
Familiarity with aircraft structures damage assessments and repair files
Oversight experience with subcontracted aviation organisations

Responsibilities

Manage and develop the performance and competency of the Systems, Cabin, Avionics and Structures Teams by conducting performance reviews
Ensure Engineering changes are appropriately risk assessed and mitigated
Rigorously implement the Airworthiness Directive process
Ensure OEM data including Airbus SB and ISI is continuously reviewed with risk-based decision making for non-mandatory modifications
Provision latest maintenance data including all ICAs relevant to the Aer Lingus fleet from delivery and as modified
Ensure output from Technical Services such as Engineering Orders and Technical Notices meets highest standards for Maintenance use
Ensure aircraft damage charts and repair files are updated timely for A320 Family and A330 fleets
Provide support to Line Maintenance, MCC and Technical Support for complex damage assessments and repairs
Maintain oversight of subcontracted organisations