B1 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME)

About Air India SATS Airport Services Private Limited:AISATS, a leading gateway services provider in India, is a 50- 50 joint venture between Air India Limited (a part of the TATA Group) and SATS Ltd., one of the world’s largest providers of air cargo handling services and Asia’s leading airline caterer. ‘AISATS’ is defined by its people – they are our greatest strength. Their commitment to seamless delivery and customer delight is what enables us to fulfil our brand promise of service excellence. This has been the hallmark of our business for more than a decade. With deep domain knowledge of the aviation ecosystem, we offer end-to-end ground handling services such as passenger and baggage handling, ramp handling, aircraft interior cleaning, load control and flight operations, and cargo handling services for general, perishable, transshipment, express courier and special cargo

Job Title: B1 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME)Location: Delhi

Department: Aircraft Maintenance ServicesRole Overview:Airbus A318 / A319 / A320 / A321 (CEO & NEO)CFM56 & LEAP-1A EngineThe B1 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) is responsible for carrying out, supervising, certifying, and releasing aircraft maintenance activities on Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 aircraft fitted with CFM56 and LEAP-1A engines in accordance with DGCA regulations, CAR-145 requirements, approved maintenance data, and company procedures.The incumbent shall ensure aircraft airworthiness, safety, regulatory compliance, and timely completion of maintenance tasks while exercising certification privileges under the applicable DGCA Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License and company authorization.

Key Responsibilities

A. Aircraft Maintenance CertificationPerform and certify maintenance activities within the scope of authorization.Exercise certification privileges in accordance with DGCA AME License and company authorization.Issue Certificates of Release to Service (CRS) following satisfactory completion of maintenance.Ensure all maintenance activities comply with approved maintenance data and regulatory requirements.Verify completeness of maintenance actions prior to certification.B. Line Maintenance ActivitiesPerform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.Conduct transit, daily, weekly, service, and pre-flight inspections.Perform defect rectification and troubleshooting.Attend Aircraft on Ground (AOG) situations.Support aircraft dispatch reliability and on-time performance.Verify completion of all assigned maintenance tasks. C. Troubleshooting & Defect RectificationDiagnose aircraft mechanical and powerplant defects.Troubleshoot aircraft systems using approved maintenance manuals.Determine corrective actions in accordance with approved data.Coordinate engineering support where required.Ensure proper rectification and closure of maintenance discrepancies. D. Airworthiness ComplianceEnsure compliance with:DGCA CAR-145Aircraft Rules and Civil Aviation RequirementsApproved Maintenance ProgramAirworthiness Directives (ADs)Service Bulletins (SBs)Engineering OrdersAirbus Maintenance DocumentationReport any airworthiness concerns immediately through established channels. E. Safety & Quality ComplianceComply with all Safety Management System (SMS) requirements.Follow Human Factors principles and safety reporting procedures.Adhere to company Quality Assurance requirements.Identify and report hazards, incidents, and unsafe conditions.Participate in internal audits, safety investigations, and corrective action programs. F. Documentation & Record KeepingComplete maintenance records accurately and legibly.Ensure work cards, inspection records, and task sheets are properly documented.Record defects, corrective actions, and maintenance findings.Ensure CRS documentation is completed in compliance with CAR-145 requirements.Assist Technical Records in timely closure of documentation. G. Team Supervision & MentoringSupervise Aircraft Technicians and Mechanics.Provide technical guidance and on-job training.Support competency development initiatives.Promote safety and quality culture within the maintenance team.

Qualifications

EssentialDiploma/Degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical, Aircraft Maintenance Engineering, or equivalent.Mandatory Licensing RequirementsValid DGCA Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License (B1 Category).Aircraft Type Rated on:Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 FamilyCFM56 EngineLEAP-1A EnginePreferredMultiple Airbus Type Ratings.Human Factors Training.EWIS Training.Fuel Tank Safety Training.SMS and Continuation Training certifications.Technical KnowledgeStrong understanding of:Airbus A320 Family Aircraft SystemsCFM56 EnginesLEAP-1A EnginesAircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM)Illustrated Parts Catalogue (IPC)Fault Isolation Manual (FIM)Structural Repair Manual (SRM)Component Maintenance Manual (CMM)Airworthiness Directives (ADs)Service Bulletins (SBs)Aircraft Systems TroubleshootingCAR-145 Regulatory RequirementsExperience:EssentialMinimum 5 years of aircraft maintenance experience.Minimum 2 years of certifying experience on Airbus A320 Family aircraft.Hands-on experience on CFM56 and/or LEAP-1A engines.PreferredExperience within DGCA CAR-145 approved MRO or Airline Maintenance Organization.Experience in both Line Maintenance and Base Maintenance.Experience with AOG support and defect troubleshooting.Personal & Behavioural Characteristics: Technical CompetenciesAircraft CertificationPowerplant MaintenanceAircraft TroubleshootingDefect RectificationAirbus Systems KnowledgeTechnical Documentation InterpretationAirworthiness ComplianceMaintenance Planning SupportBehavioural CompetenciesSafety OrientationLeadership & SupervisionAttention to DetailDecision MakingAccountabilityTeamworkProblem SolvingEffective CommunicationPreferred Candidate ProfileDGCA Licensed B1 AME with Airbus A320 Family Type Rating.Strong experience on both CFM56 and LEAP-1A powered aircraft.Good understanding of CAR-145, safety, and quality systems.Ability to perform under operational and AOG environments.Strong leadership and troubleshooting skills