Overview

Job Description: Avionics Manager
Location: Middle East – not UAE
Employment Type: Full Time
Industry: Aircraft Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO)

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Avionics Manager to lead avionics maintenance operations within a large, high-volume MRO environment in the Middle East. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing avionics teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, and overseeing base and heavy aircraft maintenance activities, with a strong focus on Boeing and/or Airbus aircraft platforms.

This role requires a hands-on leader with deep technical expertise, strong people management skills, and proven experience in delivering safe, compliant, and efficient avionics maintenance operations.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

Lead, supervise, and develop avionics maintenance teams, including supervisors, certifying staff, and technicians.
Plan manpower allocation to support base and heavy maintenance inputs.
Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and performance management to ensure high standards of workmanship.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company and regulatory safety standards.

Maintenance Operations

Manage avionics maintenance activities during base maintenance checks (C-checks, structural checks, heavy maintenance inputs).
Ensure all maintenance tasks are completed in accordance with approved data, regulatory requirements, and company procedures.
Oversee troubleshooting, repair, modification, and installation of avionics systems.
Coordinate with planning, production, engineering, quality, and supply chain departments to ensure efficient workflow and aircraft delivery.

Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

Ensure compliance with applicable aviation regulations (EASA, FAA, GCAA, or relevant authority).
Ensure proper documentation, certification, and release to service of aircraft and avionics systems.
Support internal and external audits and implement corrective actions as required.
Maintain adherence to MOE, safety management system (SMS), and quality procedures.

Operational Efficiency

Monitor maintenance progress, productivity, and KPIs.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime.
Support AOG recovery efforts when required.
Ensure proper tooling, equipment, and test benches are available and maintained.

Minimum Requirements

Education & Certifications

Degree or Diploma in Avionics, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
EASA Part-66 License (B2) or equivalent is highly preferred.
Human Factors, EWIS, and Fuel Tank Safety certifications preferred.

Experience

Minimum 8–12 years of avionics maintenance experience in a large MRO or airline environment.
Minimum 3–5 years in a leadership or management role.
Mandatory experience working on Boeing and/or Airbus aircraft (e.g., B737, B777, B787, A320 Family, A330, A350).
Proven experience managing base maintenance and heavy maintenance operations.
Experience working within a large, high-volume MRO facility.

What We Offer

Competitive tax-free salary + Housing + Transportation + Medical + Visa
Annual leave and air ticket for self only
Professional development opportunities
Opportunity to work in a world-class MRO environment

Avionics Manager