Controller of Maintenance Control Center – Air Astana, Almaty, Kazakhstan

Job Description

Air Astana engineering jobs Almaty include this Controller of Maintenance Control Center vacancy in the Engineering department, with applications closing on 8 October 2026. Published on Air Astana's official careers portal, the role is based in the airline's Maintenance Control Center — the operational nerve centre that keeps the fleet airworthy around the clock. Maintenance controllers coordinate line maintenance, troubleshoot aircraft defects, manage deferred defect programmes and liaise with flight operations, crew scheduling and external maintenance providers to protect the flying programme. It is a high-responsibility role for a licensed aircraft engineer or experienced maintenance planner who thrives under operational pressure. Applications go directly through the official Air Astana Group careers page.

Responsibilities

Control and coordinate line maintenance activity from the Maintenance Control Center. Troubleshoot aircraft defects and manage deferred items within airworthiness limits. Liaise with flight operations, maintenance providers and crew control to minimise delays. Monitor fleet technical status and escalate critical issues. Ensure all decisions comply with safety and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Aircraft maintenance background, ideally with a recognised licence (EASA/ICAO) or strong maintenance planning experience. Solid knowledge of airworthiness, MEL/CDL and maintenance programmes. Ability to make rapid operational decisions under pressure. Strong English communication skills for coordination with international teams. Willingness to work shifts in Almaty.

Benefits

Competitive engineering salary with staff travel privileges, medical cover and career development within the engineering division of Central Asia's leading airline.