Manager - Technical Services

Manager - On Site Engineering (Fleet Induction)

Grade: D2
Function: Engineering
Location: Seattle (Boeing) / Toulouse (Airbus) | 2-Year International Assignment

Job Purpose

Represent Air India at the OEM Final Assembly Line (FAL) and oversee aircraft build, inspections, compliance, acceptance, and delivery activities to ensure seamless entry into service.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor aircraft production, configuration, and delivery milestones at Boeing/Airbus facilities.
• Ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and airworthiness requirements prior to delivery.
• Track and drive closure of technical discrepancies, concessions, and open work items.
• Coordinate installation and readiness of Buyer Furnished Equipment (BFE) and Supplier Furnished Equipment (SFE).
• Participate in aircraft inspections, ground tests, Customer Acceptance Flights (CAF), and final acceptance activities.
• Review aircraft technical records, documentation, and delivery packages.
• Liaise with OEMs and internal stakeholders to manage delivery risks and maintain program schedules.
• Provide regular progress updates and delivery readiness reports to management.

Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or AME qualification.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in Airline Engineering, Aircraft Maintenance, Fleet Induction, Technical Services, Airworthiness, Quality, or Aircraft Delivery functions.
• Good understanding of aircraft systems, aviation regulations, and technical documentation.
• Strong stakeholder management, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience in aircraft inspections, acceptance activities, or delivery programs will be preferred.
• Knowledge of AMOS.