Avionics Manager
Role Overview
Seeking an experienced Avionics Manager to lead avionics maintenance operations within a large aircraft MRO environment.
The successful candidate will manage avionics teams, oversee base and heavy maintenance activities, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive operational excellence across Boeing and/or Airbus aircraft programmes.
Key Skills for This Role
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Role Summary
Seeking an experienced Avionics Manager to lead avionics maintenance operations within a large aircraft MRO environment.
The successful candidate will manage avionics teams, oversee base and heavy maintenance activities, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive operational excellence across Boeing and/or Airbus aircraft programmes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop avionics supervisors, certifying staff, and technicians.
- Manage manpower planning and resource allocation for base and heavy maintenance inputs.
- Oversee troubleshooting, repair, modification, and installation of avionics systems.
- Ensure maintenance activities comply with approved data, company procedures, and aviation regulations.
- Coordinate closely with Planning, Engineering, Quality, Production, and Supply Chain teams.
- Support audits, corrective actions, SMS requirements, and release-to-service processes.
- Monitor KPIs, productivity, and maintenance performance while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support AOG recovery activities as required.
Required Qualifications
- Degree or Diploma in Avionics, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 8-12 years of avionics maintenance experience within an airline or MRO environment.
- Minimum 3-5 years of leadership or management experience.
- Proven experience managing base maintenance and heavy maintenance operations.
- Hands-on experience with Boeing and/or Airbus aircraft platforms.
- Thorough knowledge of EASA, FAA, GCAA, or equivalent aviation regulatory requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- EASA Part-66 B2 Licence or equivalent.
- Human Factors, EWIS, and Fuel Tank Safety certifications.
- Experience within a large, high-volume MRO facility.
Benefits
- Competitive tax-free package.
- Housing, transportation, and medical coverage.
- Visa support and annual leave.
- Excellent professional development opportunities.
Location and Employment
- Location: Middle East (Non-UAE).
- Employment Type: Full-time.
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