Poh Meng Han
A trustworthy, dependable and responsible results-driven aviation professional with extensive experience in continuing airworthiness, regulatory compliance, and safety oversight within a world-class aerospace MRO and airline environment. Recognized for a strong track record in ensuring compliance with CAAS and international regulatory requirements, maintaining robust quality systems, and upholding the highest standards of airworthiness and operational safety. Previously served as Senior Foreman at SIA Engineering Company, where I led a team of engineers and technicians in executing maintenance activities, while planning and coordinating critical tasks to ensure compliance with approved procedures, safety standards, and operational timelines. Currently a Quality Section Manager in Scoot with over 8 years of experience in continuing airworthiness, specializing in auditing, regulatory compliance, and timely closure of both CAAS and foreign audit findings. Proven expertise in managing audits in accordance with CAAS and international aviation standards with strong capabilities in root cause analysis, including aviation incident investigation using the 5 Whys methodology. I take responsibility in overseeing the continuing airworthiness of the aircraft fleet, managing compliance with regulatory requirements, and enhancing quality documentation and processes to support audit readiness and effective governance.
Hardworking and equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Work History
Quality Section Manager – Continuing Airworthiness
4 Months- Led and executed Line Station, MRO and Contracted Services audits, ensuring full compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Acted as primary focal point for CAAS audits, ensuring:
- Timely and high-quality audit responses
- Effective cross-functional coordination
- Full closure of findings within stipulated deadlines
- Successfully managed closure of CAAS local audit findings, demonstrating:
- Strong understanding of regulatory expectations
- Prompt corrective action development and submission
- Effective engagement with authority for acceptance and closure
- Managed end-to-end audit finding lifecycle, including:
- Immediate containment actions
- Thorough root cause analysis (RCA)
- Verification of effectiveness prior to closure
- Reduced repeat findings and audit escalations by strengthening corrective action quality and follow-up discipline.
- Established structured audit tracking and monitoring system, improving visibility and control of both local and foreign findings.
- Collaborated closely with Engineering, Maintenance, and Records teams to expedite resolution of audit findings and ensure sustained compliance.
- Supported CAAS inspections and surveillance audits by:
- Preparing required documentation
- Responding promptly to findings
- Demonstrating strong compliance culture and audit readiness
- Conducted detailed reviews of airworthiness documentation:
- Certificate of Airworthiness (CoA)
- Certificate of Maintenance Review (CMR)
- Airworthiness Directives (AD) compliance
- Leadership:
- Supervised and coached a team of quality engineers in audit execution and findings closure management:
- Improved team competency in RCA development
- Enhanced timeliness and quality of audit responses
Principal Engineer, Quality
8 Years 5 Months- Review aircraft documents for Certificate of Airworthiness renewal
- Perform audits on local and overseas agents to ensure operational and safety compliance are met
- Conduct investigation into aircraft incidents and AOG and produce detailed work reports
- Maintained records of mandatory defect reports, aircraft investigation reports, repair interval extensions (RIE), and aircraft major checks to ensure compliance and operational integrity
- Update company manuals on a regular basis
- Completed the lease return of aircraft back to lessor for five aircraft
- Trained staff, scheduled, and supervised work to enhance team capabilities and workflow efficiency
- Provided technical guidance to engineering section, influencing control measures for repair interval extensions (RIE)
- Participate in the planning and scheduling for the EIS of A320NEO aircraft
Licensed Aircraft Engineer / Senior Foreman
4 Years 9 Months- Diagnosed faults in aircraft systems using advanced diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
- Conducted routine maintenance and inspections on aircraft systems to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Implemented repair procedures for various aircraft components, improving turnaround times for maintenance tasks.
- Implemented repair procedures for aircraft components, reducing turnaround times for maintenance tasks.
- Streamlined workflow processes by introducing checklists that improved inspection accuracy and consistency.
- Oversaw documentation of maintenance records to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal audits.
- Developed proactive maintenance scheduling strategies, reducing unscheduled downtime and enhancing fleet reliability.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing expert technical advice.
- Led training sessions for junior engineers on safety protocols and best practices in aircraft maintenance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement aircraft modifications, ensuring optimal performance.
- Led troubleshooting efforts to identify root causes of mechanical issues, resolving problems swiftly to minimize delays.
- Ensured compliance with aviation regulations, maintaining accurate documentation and records of all maintenance activities.
- Led a team of technicians, mentoring them on safety protocols and best practices.
- Coordinated closely with scheduling department, prioritizing tasks based on urgency to ensure minimal impact on flight operations.
- Completed complex repairs within tight deadlines under challenging conditions.
- Met with customers onsite to better understand project needs, discuss potential technical issues and resolve concerns.
- Oversaw daily operations and workflow management within maintenance teams.
Senior Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
15 Years 5 Months- Performed troubleshooting, repair, modification, maintenance, and inspection of aircraft systems, ensuring certification for service
- Assisted Foreman by assigning tasks and providing technical consultations to enhance team operations
- Facilitated smooth EIS of A380 aircraft during month stationed in Narita, Japan
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (Second Upper Hons) - Aerospace Systems
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Operations
High School Diploma - Electronics and Communication
Skills
Certification
- Internal / Lead Auditor Training (ISO / Aviation Quality)
- CAAS Regulatory & Airworthiness Training
- Safety Management System (SMS)
- Human Factors Training