Senior Engineer - Repair Development

About the role

The Senior Engineer - Repair Development advances the company's aviation and aero engine MRO capabilities by developing, implementing and optimising component repair processes. The engineer sets process parameters and validates repairs through First Article Inspection (FAIR), leads new repair capabilities, oversees capital equipment acquisition and commissioning, and ensures repair solutions meet operational and business objectives. The role reports to the Director of the Center of Excellence and involves technical leadership, sectional planning support and supervision of engineers.

Key responsibilities

• Repair capability strategy and development: monitor current repair capabilities, identify gaps in tooling, skills and processes, and develop action plans across engine types (30%)
• Plan annual capability development initiatives and monitor performance against KPIs (15%)
• Prepare capital expenditure justifications, evaluate them technically and financially, and oversee equipment acquisition and commissioning (15%)
• Validate repair procedures against industry and OEM standards and lead FAIR package preparation and submission for OEM approval (15%)
• Ensure compliance with company quality, safety, health and environmental regulations (10%)
• Maintain compliance with FAA, EASA and OEM standards and keep accurate records of component capabilities (10%)
• Identify process improvements and implement Lean Six Sigma methodologies (5%)

Required profile

• 8 to 10 years of experience in aviation, MRO or related industrial operations, including 1 to 3 years in a supervisory or first-line leadership role
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or a related field
• Preferred certifications: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, GD&T, and OEM repair/technical certifications (e.g. Rolls-Royce, GE, Pratt & Whitney)
• Advantageous: knowledge of AS9100, aviation quality systems and NDT Level I/II

Required skills

• Expert proficiency in repair capability development, technical leadership, OEM and regulatory compliance and repair validation management
• Strong CAPEX planning, analytical thinking and continuous improvement skills
• Advanced communication for stakeholder coordination

Applications require a resume/CV and a passport-size photograph; the closing date is 14 November 2026.