Manager Production Job in Etihad Airways, Abu Dhabi, UAE

Etihad Airways invites applications for Manager Production Oversight & Delivery in Abu Dhabi, UAE

Job Title:

Manager Production Oversight & Delivery

Job Description:

Synopsis:

Responsible for overseeing the regular activities related to:

1. Participation in the First Article Inspection and manage production source inspection of customized BFE equipment prior to shipment.
2. Production participation program based on agreed OEM/SFE integration and final phase of aircraft manufacturing/assembly process. Monitor overall build to type design compliance and quality standards and ensure that any deficiencies observed are duly reported and corrected by the responsible OEM/Suppliers.
3. Managing the execution of the delivery process of all Etihad acquired aircrafts, ensuring that the highest quality standards, aircraft specifications, company expectations and best interest are served at all times in the most cost effective and timely manner

Accountabilities:

• Plan and manage short term (daily/monthly) resources allocated based in contractually agreed production delivery schedule to ensure a cost effective of production oversight activities.
• Liaise with OEM/Supplier management in seeking an acceptable resolution to conditions that remained unresolved.

• Manage and control the assigned aircraft deliveries team ensuring that all logistic arrangements for assigned members of the delivery team including technical, flight operations and designated CAA inspectors are in place to support the respective delivery dates.
• Liaise with the associated aircraft OEMs conformity/Airworthiness representatives for the scheduling of the aircrafts delivery documents review with the assigned Aircraft Delivery Engineer/CAA inspector pre & post transfer of title (ToT)
• Continuously review, evaluate and improve the processes and procedures under the area of responsibility to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Effectively manage the performance of the staff reporting to the position, including both permanent and contract staff.
• Ensuring a safe and secure working environment for Etihad employees. Promoting quality of work, safety, and security awareness.
• Management of professional service contracts applicable to the Production Oversight and Aircraft Delivery scopes.

Education & Experience:

• University degree or equivalent qualification. Formal project management qualification preferred.
• Good knowledge of the applicable GCAA regulations pertaining to the production oversight delivery, and registration of new built aircraft.
• Good knowledge of EASA Part 145, Part 21 and FAA C.21, C.43 and other relevant regulations.
• Good knowledge of Boeing and Airbus production oversight processes and documentation.
• Good presentation skills.
• Minimum 15 years job-related or project experience in the field of Commercial Aviation, Airline Operation of which a minimum of 5 years of aircraft production oversight and delivery in a senior management capacity is preferred.

About Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was formed in 2003 and quickly went on to become one of the world’s leading airlines. From its home in Abu Dhabi, Etihad flies to passenger and cargo destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia and North America. Together with Etihad’s codeshare partners, Etihad’s network offers access to hundreds of international destinations. In recent years, Etihad has received numerous awards for its superior service and products, cargo offering, loyalty programme and more. Etihad is recognised as one of the world’s leading airlines in response to COVID-19 and was the first airline in the world to fully vaccinate its crew on board.

Etihad sees tackling the climate crisis as the most important issue of our time, and through strategic partnerships with major global aviation brands and OEMs, Etihad is relentless in its pursuit of industry decarbonisation.

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