Job Description

Synopsis

Lead the delivery of long term technical projects/programs to ensure objectives are met according to plan, schedule, and budget to meet business objectives

Accountabilities

• Coordinate full lifecycle of aircraft transfer, including induction planning to technical acceptance, regulatory certification and redelivery execution
• Ensure alignment with contractual terms and airworthiness standards
• Participate in the discussions with internal stakeholders on Letter of Intent (LOI) and Lease Agreement (LA) signatures
• Communicate contractual conditions with all stakeholders within Technical department, and collect their feedback to support final contractual drafts
• Track major milestones and provide regular status reporting of ongoing projects and milestones
• Manage aircraft transfer activities, working with relevant departments to ensure a smooth induction/exit of used aircraft.
• Liaise with lessor/lessor representatives during aircraft induction/exit phases as Etihad's main Point of Contact (PoC)
• Coordinate physical visits to the aircraft and organize inspection teams prior to aircraft acceptance
• Support smooth EIS by coordinating with lessors all organizational requirements and departmental requests
• Manage aircraft phase out activities including coordination of maintenance slots and defining workscope
• Determine redelivery conditions to be fulfilled in the best interest of the airline and coordinate with internal stakeholders for the same
• Prepare reports providing updates on key milestones and issues to senior stakeholders to ensure critical areas are addressed in a timely and acceptable manner
• Ensure major risks and issues are highlighted and managed on a timely and efficient manner
• Contribute to developing / improving policies, standards, core processes principles, to ensure continuous development of Project Management methodologies

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education (i.e. vocational certificate)
• Project management qualification (e.g. PMP, APM, or PMI membership) or proven knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile Project Management) is preferred
• Minimum of 10 years technical experience in commercial aviation of which 3 years are in managing aircraft transitions
• Knowledge of Aviation Regulations and Safety Management Systems
• Proficient in effective communication, with fluency in English language

Additional Information

Etihad Airways is more than the UAE’s national airline - we’re shaping the future of global aviation. From our hub in Abu Dhabi, we connect people across continents and cultures, while driving our “Journey 2030” ambition to double our fleet, expand our network and grow our people for a new era of excellence. Join us and become part of a vision where the world is your workplace and extraordinary experiences take flight.

To learn more visit www.etihad.com

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