Muhammad Saifullah Zolkifli
About Muhammad Saifullah Zolkifli
Muhammad Saifullah Zolkifli is a Technical Services Engineer - Performance at AirAsia, where he has worked since 2017. He holds a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and a Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering/Aerospace, and has experience in overseeing aircraft weight and balance programs and ensuring fleet airworthiness compliance.
Work at AirAsia
Muhammad Saifullah Zolkifli has been employed at AirAsia as a Technical Services Engineer - Performance since 2017. In this role, he oversees issues related to the airline's Weight & Balance program, ensuring that aircraft weights are updated and schedules are issued accordingly. He reviews Service Bulletins (SBs) and Airworthiness Directives (ADs) to maintain fleet airworthiness compliance. Additionally, he provides technical input to operational documentation for the Flight Operations department, including Minimum Equipment Lists (MEL), Aircraft Flight Manuals (AFM), and Quick Reference Handbooks (QRH). His responsibilities also include monitoring aircraft degradations and managing performance factor updates for the flight planning system.
Education and Expertise
Muhammad Saifullah Zolkifli holds a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with Technology from Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, which he completed from 2010 to 2013. He furthered his education at the University of Southampton, where he earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Mechanical Engineering/Aerospace from 2013 to 2016. He also studied at the Royal Military College (RMC) in Malaysia, achieving the Malaysian Certificate of Education in the Science Stream from 2008 to 2009. His educational background is complemented by specialized aviation courses, including Airbus Weight & Balance, Air Legislation, ETOPS, Human Factor Awareness, and Safety Management System.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining AirAsia, Muhammad Saifullah Zolkifli gained practical experience as an Engineering Intern at Sime Darby Industrial Sdn Bhd in 2015, where he worked for eight months in Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia. He also served as a Graduate Trainee at Malaysia Airlines for four months in 2017, based in Selangor, Malaysia. These roles provided him with foundational experience in the engineering field, contributing to his expertise in performance engineering within the aviation industry.
Specialized Training and Courses
Muhammad Saifullah Zolkifli has attended various specialized aviation courses to enhance his skills and knowledge in the field. Notable courses include the Airbus Weight & Balance course, Air Legislation, ETOPS, Human Factor Awareness, A320 General Familiarization, and Safety Management System. He completed the A320 Type Course, which supports his role in performance engineering for safe and efficient flight operations. This training equips him with the necessary tools to effectively manage aircraft performance and compliance.