Associate Manager, Quality Engineering (Supply Chain & Integrated Logistics)

About the role

SAESL, a joint venture between Rolls-Royce Plc and SIA Engineering Company founded in 2001, offers engine overhaul and component repair services, including all variants of the Trent engine family. It is looking for an Associate Manager, Quality Engineering to lead the Quality function for the Supply Chain & Integrated Logistics (SC&IL) Organisation Business Unit. The role acts as the Quality Business Partner, providing independent quality assurance, governance and professional leadership, working closely with operational and functional stakeholders to maintain the Quality Management System and SAESL Operating System Standards, ensure regulatory compliance and protect product integrity across the supply chain.

Key responsibilities

• Assure the integrity, traceability and control of aircraft engine parts and materials throughout the supply chain lifecycle, from receiving inspection and goods receipt through warehousing, inventory management, picking, kitting, material issue, returns, quarantine and scrap.
• Develop and improve Operating System Standards and Quality standards for material handling, identification, preservation, packaging, storage and inventory control, and oversee incoming material acceptance via the Supplier Discrepancy Report (DR) process.
• Plan and execute risk-based quality assurance activities such as process compliance reviews, Product Safety assessments, E2E Assurance, Zero Defects initiatives and effectiveness reviews.
• Lead investigations into material quality events, supplier discrepancies and Product Safety concerns, validate corrective and preventive actions and share lessons learned.
• Manage Supplier Discrepancy Reports, monitor supplier quality performance and trend analysis, and work with Procurement, Engineering, Planning, Operations and the Airworthiness & Audit team to improve supplier quality.
• Build and maintain Quality governance, dashboards and performance reporting, and lead Quality and Operating System performance reviews.
• Coach and develop the Quality Engineer and build partnerships with OBU Quality teams and cross-functional stakeholders.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Supply Chain Management or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Quality, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering or Maintenance within the aerospace, aviation or other regulated industries.
• Experience in Quality Management Systems, process assurance, investigations, supplier discrepancy management and continuous improvement.
• Experience in warehouse operations, material control or inventory management is an advantage.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of CAAS SAR-145, EASA Part-145, AS9110 and aviation supply chain quality practices is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft material traceability, warehouse operations, logistics and inventory management.
• Structured problem-solving, root cause analysis and investigation methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and business analytics tools such as Power BI.

What we offer

• Comprehensive medical coverage and flexible benefits.
• Company transport.
• Training and career progression opportunities.
• Job security.