Senior Maintenance Data Engineer

Description of the position:

Responsible for the design, development, and continuous enhancement of a high-quality Maintenance Database, encompassing job cards and detailed information on man hours, materials, tools, equipment, and other critical resources. This role ensures full compliance with FAA aviation regulations, customer-specific requirements, as well as LTPR processes. Deputize for the Planning & Engineering Manager as required, and actively contribute to organizational development through non-operational projects, supporting continuous improvement and operational excellence. Act as a role model and mentor for the Database team.

Essential responsibilites:

Maintenance Database management

• Ensure strict compliance with FAA aviation regulations, customer requirements, and LTPR processes in all database activities.
• Drive ongoing improvements to Maintenance Database quality and operational efficiency, actively identifying and implementing innovative process solutions.
• Participate in the development and revision of internal manuals, ProX documents, and work procedures to enhance departmental performance.
• Conduct complex analyses related to aircraft and organizational performance, leveraging data-driven insights for risk mitigation and process enhancement.
• Review maintenance data, Workstation allocation document, Critical Maintenance Task Lists, and other technical records to correctly assign tasks, man hours, materials, tools, equipment, and production phases within the Maintenance Database.
• Prepare coversheet Job Cards and implement TPM/JPM or other customer-specific requirements as necessary.

Coordination, Collaboration & Communication

• Liaise with quality departments and PED colleagues (MP, PMO, etc.) to address database-related requirements and elevate maintenance processes.
• Collect and integrate feedback from internal teams (Production, quality, logistics and tooling), customers, and stakeholders to refine database quality and usage.
• Provide daily strategic inputs regarding the availability and utilization of maintenance documentation for operational excellence.
• Participate in knowledge-sharing initiatives across PED sites and engineering teams.

Quality, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure FAA Part 145 compliance and adherence to RSQCM manual, Repair Station Training Program, and the IQ MOVE processes.
• Interpret OEM and customer technical documentation accurately and translate into correct job cards.
• Perform quality checks on received documentation and support internal/external audits.
• Identify process inefficiencies and drive improvements within maintenance database and production areas.
• Execute timely updates to the Maintenance Database, reflecting the latest revisions of maintenance data and related documents.
• Perform advanced quality assurance checks to proactively identify and resolve inconsistencies or errors, utilizing industry best practices.
• Support alignment and standardization of processes and collaborate with Quality to validate maintenance data and ensure job card accuracy and compliance.
• Perform q/scans and follow up on raised q/stars.
• Support quality audits and contribute to updates of internal manuals and procedures.
• Support continuous improvement and operational performance monitoring.

Leadership & Technical Expertise

• Mentor and guide Maintenance Planners.
• Support onboarding and training of newcomers.
• Deputize for the Planning & Engineering Manager when required.
• Participate in strategic or cross-functional projects within PED.
• Take an active role in the implementation of solutions for process improvements within the department and production site(s). Work with Production to ensure KPI adherence and feedback deviation to PED.
• Serve as the expert for all processes related to Maintenance Database design, management, and optimization.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of production capabilities and certification requirements, ensuring alignment with FAA and other regulatory bodies.
• Lead the creation, handling, and updating of Maintenance Databases, guaranteeing data integrity, accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
• Leveraging advanced technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and strategic vision.
• Leads cross-functional projects to optimize database architecture.
• Applies best practices in data governance and process optimization to maintain data integrity, accuracy, and reliability, while proactively identifying and implementing innovative solutions for complex maintenance challenges.
• Shaping data-driven maintenance strategies and supporting organizational goals through expert analysis and continuous improvement.

Education, skills and competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in Aircraft Engineering or in relevant engineering subject.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in aircraft maintenance / design / manufacturing environment.
• Professional training in aircraft maintenance with a minimum of three years of experience in aircraft maintenance / design / manufacturing environment
• Holder of a company authorization (if applicable) or relevant experience to enable faster acceptance of authorization.
• Good understanding of creation and control of customer maintenance programs and MPD
• Strong understanding of airworthiness and FAA requirements.
• Excellent planning, analytical, and organizational abilities.
• Skilled in interpreting technical documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP/mJobCard advantageous.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• High attention to detail and quality.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Be team player
• Self-starter who can deliver to deadline
• Maintain professional conduct, uphold company standards, and comply with safety and regulatory requirements.