Project Engineer I (In-Flight Connectivity)

Job Purpose

Project Engineer

In This Role, You Will

• To evaluate information from various sources including Vendors, in house experience of in-service equipment and industry research / developments, in order to facilitate the selection of BFE (i.e. IFE , communication/navigation equipment, galleys and seats etc.) in future aircraft. Prepare recommendations for the introduction of new equipment selection for both future and in-service fleets, taking into account new trends within the industry.
• Participate in Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) / airline working groups to steer aircraft Interior design and other equipment specifications to EK needs / benefit.
• Participate in initial technical co-ordination meetings , preliminary design reviews, critical design reviews and First Article Inspections (FAI) of new equipment with the relevant suppliers/airframes, participate in source inspection. Follow-up design issues with suppliers and prepare action plan of open FAI issues.
• Monitor the performance of aircraft and equipment for the in-service fleet by reviewing Technical Follow Ups (TFU) and Production Review Records (PRR), in order to ensure the timely introduction of committed changes by Manufacturers and Vendors for new programmes.
• To evaluate requirements of stakeholders to introduce enhancements to equipment and services and prepare recommendations and/or cost analysis in liaison with other operational areas of EK in order to support the introduction of changes to aircraft specifications of future fleets. Closely liaise with other stakeholders to ensure that any approved requirements for on-board features and functionalities are met. Participate with management to negotiate technical and commercial aspects of specific changes.
• Continuously review regulatory requirements that are being introduced in the industry for implementation in the specifications of future fleet.
• Coordinate with all internal and external stakeholders to ensure the smooth introduction of new aircraft at `Transfer of Title' and entry into operation. Review delivery updates during production process for any commitment letter items that needs to be addressed with the delivery manager for each newly introduced aircraft.
• Conduct research and feasibility studies, provide recommendations to optimize aircraft operations and improve the passenger experience in Cabin for the introductions of the future EK fleet.
• Assist the project team members in preparing budget requirements for new programs and suggesting recommendations. Assist Manager Aircraft Acceptance during final cabin acceptance and various inspections, design reviews. To also carry out post airplane delivery inspection before entry into Service.
• Develop, assist and coach you project team members and ensure project delivery.

Qualification

• To be considered on this role, you must meet the below requirements:
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferably Aeronautical and/or holder of an Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Licence.
• 10+ years of experience in aircraft engineering preferably 5 years in projects aircraft delivery related profession.
• Thorough knowledge of the latest technical developments in Airframe, Power Plant, Avionics, IFE Equipment, Cabin equipment and installations and industry trends of future changes.
• Must have the ability to synthesise technical information, cost impacts and contractual commitments.

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