Manager Engine Program

Synopsis:

Will manage and lead a team of Propulsion Engineers directing them to accomplish required tasks and prioritize work to best support the operation. His team is responsible for providing engineering support to the operation and maintenance of the Etihad engine fleet and ensuring compliance with all mandatory requirements from the OEM, Airworthiness Authorities and Etihad Aircraft Maintenance Program to meet the GCAA CAR M requirement. The team reviews in service technical issues and recommend corrective actions required with the purpose of improving reliability and operational performance of the fleet.

Accountabilities:

• Ensure cost effective engineering technical support to the operation and maintenance of the Etihad engine fleet (Trent 7000, LEAP-1A, V2500, GE90, GEnx & GP7200 as applicable)
• Provide program management of outsourced maintenance and engineering activities. Liaise with Engine, APU and component OEMs and maintenance providers.
• Manage the investigation of in-service events, delays and technical problems and implement corrective action programs with the aim of improving engine/ APU and related component reliability.
• Manage engine/APU and component modification standards, specifications and implementation. Assess engine/ APU and component Service Bulletins, Airworthiness Directives and associated EOs. Maintain compliance to all airworthiness requirements including Part M Continuing Airworthiness.
• Review and approve engine work-scopes with maintenance providers. Manage engine shop visits, lease returns, engine removal plans and spare availability.
• Provide troubleshooting assistance to Maintenance Control Centre (MCC) when required and review of Engine Health Monitoring Reports and alerts to determine required maintenance action
• Assist other departments including Maintenance, Fleet Planning, Warranty, Contracts and Quality with Propulsion related issues. Produce business cases and reports for capital expenditure and modification programs.
• Manage and participate in special projects as required by management and assist with continuous improvement of technical procedures

Education & Experience:

• Tertiary qualifications that meet the eligibility requirements for membership as a charted engineer (e.g. Bachelor degree in the field of Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering) Or ICAO Type II AME License holder with Approvals
• Minimum 10 years in service technical support of aircraft engines (at least two of Etihad types)