POSITION: Operations Manager – Aviation Maintenance
LOCATION: Abu Dhabi (or assigned location)
CONTRACT TYPE: Full-Time, Long-Term

Basic Function and Scope

The Operations Manager is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of aviation maintenance functions, including material planning, production control, and maintenance execution. This role supports and deputizes for the Program Manager, ensuring contractual deliverables, personnel performance, and aircraft readiness standards are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Aircraft Maintenance, Aviation, or Engineering (Master’s in a related discipline preferred)

• PMP or equivalent project management certification

• Six Sigma or similar process improvement qualification

• In-depth experience in MRO operations, maintenance programs, and sustainment planning

Experience

• Minimum 8 years in a supervisory role managing aviation maintenance and modification programs, preferably military

• Strong knowledge of lifecycle logistics and multi-aircraft material planning

• Experience negotiating contracts and managing OEM/vendor relations

Language Skills

• Must be proficient in English (reading, writing, and speaking)

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage aircraft maintenance personnel, resources, and equipment

2. Ensure compliance with all applicable maintenance standards and safety regulations

3. Prepare for audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented

4. Oversee and support departmental managers to maintain effective operations

5. Produce regular reports and monthly contract deliverables (CDRL)

6. Direct maintenance activities including inspections, modifications, and repairs

7. Ensure aircraft meet airworthiness standards through strict adherence to technical manuals

8. Forecast and plan scheduled maintenance around operational requirements

9. Oversee related functions such as logistics, quality control, and IT

10. Develop and implement training programs for new aircraft types

11. Support deployment operations with procedural guidance

12. Maintain contractual KPIs and escalate risks as necessary

13. Act as primary interface with customer leadership on maintenance program matters

Supervision

• Supervises: Unit Managers

• Reports to: Program Manager

Additional Requirements

• Strong understanding of aircraft structures, equipment, and modification programs

• Working knowledge of contract law and aviation contract terminology

• Proficient in standard business and maintenance software

• Strong leadership, delegation, and interdepartmental coordination skills

Benefits

• Competitive, tax-free salary

• Family status visa

• Comprehensive medical coverage

• Annual flight tickets