The Structural Repair Engineer is responsible for ensuring the timely return-to-service of commercial aircraft by delivering optimal structural repair solutions that meet airworthiness standards, minimize maintenance costs, and uphold safety. This role involves design and/or stress analysis, stakeholder coordination, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Experience Required : 6+ years
Key Responsibilities:
Repair Assessment & Solution Development
- Assess damage scenarios using appropriate inputs and aircraft configuration drawings
- Perform hand calculations and/or computer-based analysis
- Propose and evaluate structural repair solutions considering time, cost, and safety
- Utilize existing technical and airworthiness delegations to develop approved repairs for aerostructures (Pylon / NCF/ FAF/ Highlift/ RFE)
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Liaise with cross-functional teams including Design, Stress/Fatigue, Materials, and Performance
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to validate assumptions and ensure compliance
Documentation & Approval
- Prepare technical justification documents (Design and/or Stress)
- Secure necessary approvals for repair solutions
- Respond to customer technical queries related to repairs
Fleet Standards & Data Analysis
- Propose standard repairs for fleet-wide updates to SRM, ISB, etc.
- Analyse in-service data to initiate corrective actions and follow-ups
- Ensure compliance with KPIs such as On-Time Delivery (OTD)
Continuous Improvement & PM Support
- Identify and support local business improvement initiatives
- Ensure timely response, effective monitoring, and reporting
Required Skills & Expertise:
- Strong foundation in structural design and/or stress analysis (including F&DT)
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively under pressure
- Flexibility to operate in a multicultural, international environment
- Passion for solving real-world in-service aircraft structural issues
Ideal Candidate Attributes:
- Excellent communication and influencing skills
- Proactive mindset with a drive for continuous learning
- Strong interpersonal skills to foster collective problem-solving
- Ownership and clarity in defining contributions to team goals
