Chief Manager- Airline Quality Engineer

4 hours ago

Gurugram, India Aviation Indeed™️ Full time

Job Description

Position Title:
Chief Manager – Quality Engineer

Location:
Gurugram, Haryana

Department:
Engineering & Maintenance – Quality

Reports To:
Head of Quality / VP – Engineering

Role Objective

The Chief Manager – Quality Engineer will be responsible for leading and overseeing the
quality assurance and compliance functions
across Leading Airlines engineering and maintenance operations. This role ensures adherence to
regulatory standards (DGCA, EASA, FAA, etc.)
, internal quality systems, and best industry practices, while driving a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the
    Quality Assurance (QA) team
    for audits, inspections, and compliance monitoring.
  • Ensure strict adherence to
    DGCA CAR, EASA Part 145/Part M, FAA, and other regulatory requirements
    .
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve
    Quality Management Systems (QMS)
    in line with airline operations.
  • Oversee
    audit programs
    (internal, external, and regulatory), corrective action plans, and follow-ups.
  • Manage
    airworthiness directives (ADs), service bulletins (SBs), and compliance verification
    processes.
  • Monitor and evaluate
    vendor audits, MROs, and supplier quality compliance
    .
  • Act as the
    Quality focal point
    for liaison with DGCA, EASA, FAA, and other authorities.
  • Lead investigations into
    quality incidents, safety issues, and non-conformances
    ; ensure effective root cause analysis and corrective actions.
  • Mentor and train engineering/quality staff on quality standards, regulations, and procedures.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives in
    safety, compliance, and operational efficiency
    .
  • Contribute to strategic decisions regarding fleet management, maintenance planning, and regulatory alignment.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Academic:
    Bachelor's Degree in Aeronautical / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics Engineering or equivalent.
  • Licenses/Certifications:
  • Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) License – DGCA / EASA / FAA (preferred).
  • Lead Auditor Certification (ISO 9001 / AS9110 / EASA Part 145) desirable.
  • Experience:
    15–20 years in aviation engineering & maintenance, with at least
    8–10 years in Quality & Compliance leadership roles
    in an airline or MRO.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of
    aviation quality systems, regulations, and compliance requirements
    .
  • Experience with
    audit management, regulatory liaison, and certification processes
    .
  • Excellent leadership and people management skills with ability to lead large teams.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with focus on
    root cause analysis
    .
  • Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • High integrity, decision-making ability, and commitment to safety & compliance.

Future Growth Path

  • General Manager – Quality
  • VP – Engineering (Quality & Safety)

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