Human Resources Manager

About Us: Global Engine Maintenance is at the forefront of aviation innovation, establishing India's first and Asia's premier aircraft engine dismantling facility. Located in Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu, this state-of-the-art operation is setting new standards in safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

The HR Manager is responsible for building and leading the Human Resources function in a high-compliance, safety-critical aerospace MRO startup environment. This role includes strategic workforce planning, talent acquisition, performance management, regulatory compliance (DGCA, EASA, FAA), and fostering a culture aligned with startup agility and aviation discipline. The HR Manager will partner with cross-functional leadership to scale the workforce, establish HR policies, and ensure the company meets regulatory and quality standards.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 7–10 years of HR experience, including 3+ years in aviation/aerospace or manufacturing.
• Familiarity with DGCA/EASA/FAA requirements in the context of HR and training.
• Experience working in a startup or fast-paced scaling environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Indian labor law and aviation sector employment practices.

Key Responsibilities:

1. HR Strategy & Organization Building

• Develop and execute the HR roadmap aligned with business goals and MRO regulations.
• Design the HR structure, policies, SOPs, and documentation in line with EASA/FAA/DGCA compliance standards.
• Build the organizational chart and plan workforce ramp-up in line with hangar capability growth and customer pipeline.

2. Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Plan and lead recruitment efforts for technical and non-technical roles, including licensed aircraft engineers, mechanics, planners, quality assurance staff, etc.
• Develop partnerships with aviation institutes, licensing authorities, and industry bodies for sourcing certified personnel.
• Build and execute structured onboarding programs tailored to aerospace compliance requirements.

3. Training & Development

• Identify skill gaps and implement training programs aligned with engine OEM requirements and regulatory audits.
• Work closely with QA and Technical Directors to map recurrent training, regulatory training (like HF, EWIS, FTS), and skill enhancement.
• Maintain training matrices and monitor certification timelines.

4. Performance Management

• Develop and implement a performance management system (PMS) to measure individual and team performance.
• Align KPIs with safety, turnaround times (TAT), quality, and customer satisfaction.

5. HR Operations & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and aviation-specific employment regulations.
• Maintain employee records, contracts, and time tracking systems per DGCA/EASA/FAA standards.
• Manage payroll, benefits, and HRIS implementation (if not already in place).

6. Culture & Employee Engagement

• Foster a high-performance, safety-first culture with agility, discipline, and transparency.
• Lead employee engagement programs, internal communications, and conflict resolution.
• Create and maintain grievance redressal and ethics compliance systems.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strategic HR planning and execution
• Aviation/Aerospace compliance awareness
• Talent acquisition and retention strategy
• Performance management systems
• Training program development
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills
• Process orientation and documentation
• Proficiency with HRIS and MS Office tools

Application Process: If you are ready to contribute to this transformative project and meet the qualifications, please send your updated resume to with the subject line "HR Manager"