Engineer, Quality Assurance & Safety

About the role

HK Express is seeking an Engineer to support its Quality Assurance and Safety Management functions. The role will work closely with the manager to ensure compliance with HKCAD, IOSA and internal standards, while driving continuous improvement across the Maintenance & Engineering (M&E) department.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining the HKE M&E Quality System and HKAR‑145 Safety Management System.
• Monitor aircraft compliance, conduct surveys and recommend improvements to QMS and SMS.
• Liaise with HKCAD, attend regular meetings and ensure timely implementation of regulatory changes.
• Perform routine reviews of the HKE manual, manage amendment approvals and authorisation stamp processes.
• Support staff assessments, recurrent training approvals and authorisation issuance.
• Handle variation, exemption and maintenance extension applications with HKCAD.
• Manage subcontractor and supplier approvals, maintain approved supplier lists.

Required profile

• Strong knowledge of aviation regulations, particularly HKAR‑145 and IOSA.
• Experience in quality assurance, safety management and regulatory compliance within an airline or M&E environment.
• Ability to coordinate with authorities, conduct audits and produce clear documentation.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Required skills

• Knowledge of HKAR‑145 regulations
• Familiarity with IOSA standards
• Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Experience with Safety Management Systems (SMS)
• Regulatory compliance monitoring
• Supplier approval and evaluation processes

What we offer

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic low‑cost carrier expanding across Asia.
• Exposure to a modern aircraft fleet and diverse operational environments.
• Professional development within a fast‑growing airline.