Shift pattern: 4x 07:00 – 19:00, 4x off, 4x 19:00 – 07:00
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive
Closing date: 20th October 2026
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In a nutshell
At Virgin Atlantic, we’re driven by a passion for delivering safe, reliable, and exceptional flying experiences. We’re looking for an Engineering Operations Manager to play a critical role in ensuring our aircraft operate safely and efficiently across our global network.
As a key member of the Engineering Operations leadership team, you will oversee day-to-day engineering operations, ensuring aircraft depart safely and on time. You’ll lead operational decision-making, manage technical teams, and provide oversight of short-term maintenance planning while driving performance, safety, and customer experience.
You’ll also lead and develop a high-performing Technical Operations team, ensuring world-class standards across engineering operations worldwide.
Day to day
- Lead operational control and decision-making, including AOG (Aircraft on Ground) recovery and disruption management
- Oversee the immediate maintenance planning window, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency
- Provide 24/7 technical and operational leadership, including crisis management support
- Drive safety, regulatory compliance, and risk-based decision-making
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Flight Operations, and wider business teams
- Manage team performance, development, and engagement
- Drive continuous improvement through root cause analysis and reliability initiatives
- Ensure accurate reporting, delay attribution, and cost control
About you
- Proven leadership experience in an aviation engineering or technical operations environment
- Strong knowledge of EASA, CAA, and airworthiness regulations
- Skilled in operational decision-making under pressure, with a focus on safety and customer impact
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and drive insights
- EASA Part 66 B1/B2 Licence or Degree/HND in a relevant engineering discipline
Accessibility and inclusion
We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible. If you need reasonable adjustments or additional support, you can let us know in your application.
We know every role and candidate is different, so we’ll discuss the adjustments available for the role and at each stage of recruitment, and how best to support you.
At Virgin Atlantic, we’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. Whatever your background, identity, experience or perspective, we’d love to hear from you.
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Engineering Operations Manager: Virgin Atlantic Manor Royal Business District Crawley, UK Aerospace Engineering | Operations employer: Manor Royal Business District Limited
Virgin Atlantic Airways is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. As a Strategic Procurement Lead, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in a fast-paced environment while building trusted relationships across the business. With a strong commitment to employee growth and sustainability, Virgin Atlantic provides a rewarding career path for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the aviation industry.
Contact Details:
Manor Royal Business District Limited Recruitment Team
