Technical Services Engineer – Aircraft Systems

About the role

SalamAir is looking for a Technical Services Engineer focused on aircraft systems in Muscat. The role ensures the continued airworthiness, reliability, safety and operational efficiency of aircraft systems by assessing regulatory requirements and technical modifications, supporting maintenance and overhaul programmes, giving technical advice on operational issues and working with manufacturers, service providers and internal stakeholders. It also drives continuous improvement in maintenance practice and service quality.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate technical projects with other departments so that standards meet airworthiness authority and company expectations.
• Review ADs, SBs, modifications, reliability issues and maintenance programmes for assigned systems; maintain a database of aircraft and system history.
• Ensure compliance with rules, policies and procedures, including HSE policies, and recommend updates.
• Review proposals, statements of work, cost estimates and contracts, and support the Manager Technical Services in choosing the best option.
• Oversee maintenance, inspection and modification of systems such as hydraulics, pneumatics, landing gear, fuel, air conditioning, flight controls and water/waste.
• Develop and run maintenance programmes in line with safety regulations, manufacturer recommendations and airworthiness requirements.
• Provide engineering support for system malfunctions, component reliability and overhaul programmes, and lead investigations with root cause analysis.
• Coordinate with engineering teams and vendors for parts, tools and equipment, and liaise with Maintenance, Operations and Procurement.
• Document all maintenance and modification activities, keep technical records and inspection reports, and develop aircraft maintenance programmes.
• Monitor scheduled maintenance to minimise downtime, develop Technical Notices (TN), identify improvements and take part in training.

Required profile

• Graduate in Mechanical, Aeronautical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in aircraft maintenance.
• Strong experience with aircraft inspection, repair and modification.