Vice President - Dubai, United Arab Emirates - The Emirates Group

The Emirates Group

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

1 week ago

Posted by:

Ahmed Al-Mansouri

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Description

Job Purpose:

About the role:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to lead and manage our technical aircraft projects.

This individual will play a pivotal role in ensuring that Emirates' aircrafts are delivered to the highest specifications and on schedule.

What you will do:

Technical Management & Configuration:

Oversee the technical definition and configuration of new aircraft.
Project manage supplier and buyer furnished equipment programmes to guarantee timely deliveries.
Ensure no significant quality issues arise during inservice operation.

Engineering Project Management:

Oversee major engineering projects like cabin reconfiguration.
Collaborate with multiple departments and ensure projects align with directives from the fleet development meeting chaired by the President.

Leadership:

Offer leadership to multidisciplinary teams.
Ensure teams are motivated, equipped, and aligned to meet performance objectives.
Oversee and evaluate new aircraft, engines, systems, and equipment during selection campaigns as directed.

Aircraft Development & Design:

Lead teams of major internal stakeholders during the aircraft development phase.
Ensure aircraft design aligns with Emirates' expectations and is informed by our experience with current aircraft designs and operations.
Lead the technical onsite teams at original equipment manufacturer locations i.e., Hamburg, Toulouse, Seattle, or any other location to oversee the aircraft/byer furnished equipment production and delivery phases.

Qualifications & Experience:
The job might be for you if you have:

Bachelor's Degree in Aeronautical Engineering preferably with Aircraft Maintenance Engineers License
12+ years' experience in engineering of which at least 10 years in technical support functions of which at least 3 years in Senior management level in an engineering project/technical Services role.
Thorough knowledge of the latest technical developments in aviation and industry trends on aircraft, engines, and systems equipment.
Proven experience in aircraft design, configuration, and project management.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and lead multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Familiarity with Airbus operations in Hamburg, Toulouse, and Seattle will be an added advantage.

Salary & Benefits:
Join us in a management role and enjoy an attractive tax-free salary.

On top of our generous travel benefits, including discounted flights and hotel stays around the world, this managerial role also has an excellent leave and healthcare package.

That's on top of transport benefits, life insurance and more.