Project Lead / Lead Engineer

• Hybrid/Office-based – This role requires 25-30% in-person presence at our Vadodara office, based on business requirements.

• Lead and oversee technical projects (M&E Data, Aircraft Transition and Records Management) from initiation through successful completion.

• Ensure compliance with airworthiness regulations, lease contract requirements, and industry standards.

• Conduct technical due diligence, including auditing of aircraft records, Components, LLPs, ADs & MODs along with structural repair documentation.

• Collaborate with customers (airlines and lessors) to manage expectations, resolve queries, and deliver project outcomes.

• Prepare and finalize working standards, workflows, and scope of work in alignment with customer requirements and industry best practices.

• Prepare and present regular progress status reports to internal and external stakeholders.

• Manage project escalations effectively and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

• Mentor and support junior team members, providing training where needed.

• Drive efficiency, innovation, and continuous improvement within project delivery.

• Support organizational initiatives and cross-functional collaboration.

• Travel for on-site audits, transitions, or customer engagements as required.

• Schedule and prioritize project workloads for optimal resource utilization.

• Implement best work practices and continuously improve efficiency within the team.

• Minimum 8+ years in the aviation domain (with strong exposure to Technical Services / Technical Records).

• Minimum 2+ years independently managing projects.

• Experience in aircraft lease transactions, technical records auditing, and on-site transition projects (e.g., End-of-Lease).

• Bachelor’s degree in aviation management, Aeronautical Engineering, Aircraft Maintenance Engineering or equivalent.

• Strong knowledge of compliance auditing: Airworthiness Directives (ADs)/SBs/STC, Life Limited Parts (LLPs), Structural Repairs, Hard Time Components.

• Proficiency with M&E systems (AMOS, Trax, etc.).

• Familiarity with Aircraft Technical maintenance records & technical manuals (SRM, CMM, AMM, etc.

• Knowledge of IATA standards for records auditing and Aircraft Lease Contracts.

• Ability to work with OEM platforms.

• Hands-on experience with project management tools (MS Project, Jira, Asana, Monay.com etc.).

• Project Management Certification (PMP, Prince2, or equivalent) – preferred.

• Ability to scope, estimate, and evaluate project demands with commercial awareness.

• Strong stakeholder alignment, communication, and reporting skills.

• Lead teams with accountability for project success.

• Manage escalations effectively, both internally and externally.

• Advocate for innovation and adoption of digital/AI tools.

• Drive efficiency and continuous improvement in delivery processes.

• Contribute proactively to broader organizational initiatives.

• Customer-centric mindset with excellent stakeholder management.

• Strong collaboration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

• Entrepreneurial spirit with a mindset of continuous learning.

• Ability to adapt in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

• Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and ability to create impactful presentations and have the representation skill.

• Comfortable with AI-powered productivity tools.

• Willingness to train and mentor freshers/junior team members.

• Generous leave policy, 25 annual leaves, 7 sick leaves plus maternity & paternity options.

• Inclusive medical insurance, For you, plus your spouse and up to two children.

• Group personal accident policy.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and telehealth.

• Term life insuranace.

• Empowerment through ownership.

• Global networking opportunities.

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