Vice President - Engineering Projects

About the role:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to lead and manage our technical aircraft projects. This individual will play a pivotal role in ensuring that Emirates’ aircrafts are delivered to the highest specifications and on schedule.

What you will do:

Technical Management & Configuration:

• Oversee the technical definition and configuration of new aircraft.


• Project manage supplier and buyer furnished equipment programmes to guarantee timely deliveries.


• Ensure no significant quality issues arise during in-service operation.

Engineering Project Management:

• Oversee major engineering projects like cabin reconfiguration.


• Collaborate with multiple departments and ensure projects align with directives from the fleet development meeting chaired by the President.

Leadership:

• Offer leadership to multi-disciplinary teams.


• Ensure teams are motivated, equipped, and aligned to meet performance objectives.


• Oversee and evaluate new aircraft, engines, systems, and equipment during selection campaigns as directed.

Aircraft Development & Design:

• Lead teams of major internal stakeholders during the aircraft development phase.


• Ensure aircraft design aligns with Emirates’ expectations and is informed by our experience with current aircraft designs and operations.


• Lead the technical onsite teams at original equipment manufacturer locations i.e., Hamburg, Toulouse, Seattle, or any other location to oversee the aircraft/byer furnished equipment production and delivery phases.

The job might be for you if you have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Aeronautical Engineering preferably with Aircraft Maintenance Engineers License


• 12+ years’ experience in engineering of which at least 10 years in technical support functions of which at least 3 years in Senior management level in an engineering project/technical Services role.


• Thorough knowledge of the latest technical developments in aviation and industry trends on aircraft, engines, and systems equipment.


• Proven experience in aircraft design, configuration, and project management.


• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and lead multi-disciplinary teams.


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.


• Familiarity with Airbus operations in Hamburg, Toulouse, and Seattle will be an added advantage.