Workshop Engineer - AH

Workshop Engineer - AH Job Description Job Description: As an Aircraft Structural Engineer, you will supervise staff in aircraft and workshop environments, ensuring all structural repairs, modifications, and rectifications comply with approved documentation and safety standards. You will play a key role in maintaining quality standards and certifications according to company authorizations. Key RESPONSIBILITIES: - Oversee repair, rectification, and modification work in accordance with approved documentation, ensuring compliance with the latest technical publications. - Ensure availability of resources and manpower to meet business needs and project milestones. - Monitor activities and personnel to ensure adherence to safety regulations and company procedures, addressing any deficiencies proactively. - Establish effective communication with management and team members to identify and address operational disruptions. - Complete detailed reports on incidents and accidents, analysing elements leading to events. - Conduct performance reviews for your team, implementing action plans for deficiencies, and mentoring junior staff and trainees. - Attend training modules to enhance relevant skills and contribute to the business. - Ensure the accurate recording of structural inspections, defects, and repairs to maintain aircraft records. QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: - Degree/ Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent qualifications (Mechanical/Avionics/Electronics/Tech Engineering) / Basic Aircraft Maintenance Engineering License OR have passed relevant CAR 66 Modules. Experience: - Minimum of 5 years in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering. -Shop Maintenance/Task Training - At least 2 years as certifying staff in relevant areas (aircraft/shop) as a structure certifying / support staff. - One year experience in case of CAR 66 Licence holder - OR/ Must have CAR 66 Modules 3,6,7,8,9,10 and 11A with 02 years of actual maintenance within the workshop environment. - Manufacturer’s docs and procedures training- - DGCA Form 1 certification experience in Structures/Cabin Shops. Knowledge/Skills: - Expertise in sheet metal and composite repairs on aircraft and/ or aircraft components in an airline or MRO. - Completion of an apprenticeship or equivalent formal training. - Full company authorizations for sheet metal and composite repairs relevant to the Air India fleet. - Minimum seven years of aircraft engineering experience, including two years as an authorization holder in the structure repair category. - Leadership experience with mechanics/technicians. - Strong understanding of airline workshop procedures and international standards of aircraft operation and maintenance. - Familiarity with air legislation and legal matters related to aircraft safety. Additional Qualifications (Preferred): - Knowledge in programming CNC and manual machining operations (lathe, milling, drilling). - Proficiency in CAD software (Auto CAD, Solid Works, CATIA V5) and ability to produce CAD drawings. - Experience in electroplating methods (anodizing, cadmium plating). This role is critical to maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality in aircraft maintenance and requires a skilled professional with a strong background in engineering and management.