Company Description

This client is a VSE Aviation Company, is one of the world’s leading specialist Aircraft Wheel and Brake MROs, providing services for most commercial and regional jet and turbo prop aircraft including all wide and narrowbody Boeing and Airbus aircraft. As a Part 145 EASAFAA and TCCA Approved Workshop facility, they provides quality repair and overhaul services that are trusted by airlines and aerospace organisations the world over.

Role Description

The Engineering Manager will oversee all engineering activities related to the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of aircraft wheels & brakes. This role requires a strategic leader with extensive experience within the aerospace industry and a deep understanding of MRO processes, regulations, and best practices.

Daily attendance at the site is required to effectively support the business and ensure project milestones are met.

Reporting to the Head of Operations, the Engineering Manager is responsible for the duties listed below:

· Define and implement the engineering strategy aligned with company goals.

· Provide technical direction and leadership across engineering projects.

· Collaborate with other departments (MRO, Compliance & Operations) to ensure alignment on company objectives.

· Ensure the integration of cutting-edge technologies and methodologies in maintenance processes.

· Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (EASA, CAA, TCCA) and industry standards in all engineering practices.

· Implement best practices for reliability, maintainability, and safety in MRO operations.

· Support the Compliance Monitoring Department to carry out assessments of additions and continual reviews of the Organisations Capability Listing.

· Collaborate with executive management to identify opportunities for growth and innovation within the MRO sector.

· Communicate engineering updates, challenges, and successes to senior management and other stakeholders.

· Advise on OEM and internal technical training requirements for engineering and support staff as required.

· Collaborate with customers and regulatory bodies to understand their requirements and ensure satisfaction.

· Represent the engineering team at industry conferences, trade shows, and client meetings.

What We Offer:

· Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

· Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the aerospace MRO sector.

· A dynamic work environment focused on innovation, quality, and safety.

Education / Experience:

· Educated to degree level (preferably Masters) in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent NVQ Level qualification.

· Fellow or Chartered Member of an industry related Professional Body

· Minimum 7 years of professional experience in the relevant engineering discipline.

· Demonstrable experience of leading an engineering function with a proven track record in strategic engineering leadership

delivering effective engineering strategies, policies, processes and systems

· Ability to add value, reduce costs and make business improvement.

· Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of aerospace regulations, safety standards, and quality assurance processes.

· Proficiency in Microsoft products essential (Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Outlook) ERP software experience an advantage.