Propulsion Engine Program Lead

Aviation JobSearch Europa; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Etihad Airways is seeking a Propulsion Technical Lead to manage a team of propulsion engineers, directing them to support operation and maintenance of the Etihad engine fleet. You will ensure compliance with OEM and airworthiness requirements and drive reliability improvements.

The role focuses on managing investigations, modifications, and coordination with maintenance, fleet planning, and quality teams to optimize engine performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering or ICAO Type II AME License with Approvals.
• 10+ years in-service technical support of aircraft engines (Etihad types).

Responsibilities

• Oversee a propulsion engineering team to support operation and maintenance of Etihad's engine fleet.
• Manage outsourced maintenance and engineering activities with OEMs and providers.
• Lead investigations of in-service events and implement corrective actions to improve reliability.
• Oversee engine/APU modification standards and assess service bulletins and directives.
• Review engine work-scopes with maintenance providers and manage shop visits and spare availability.
• Provide troubleshooting support to MCC and review Engine Health Monitoring reports.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Fleet Planning, Warranty, Contracts and Quality on propulsion issues.

Skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor degree in Aeronautical/Mechanical Engineering

ICAO Type II AME License with Approvals

Job description

Etihad Airways is seeking a Propulsion Technical Lead to manage a team of propulsion engineers, directing them to support operation and maintenance of the Etihad engine fleet. You will ensure compliance with OEM and airworthiness requirements and drive reliability improvements.

The role focuses on managing investigations, modifications, and coordination with maintenance, fleet planning, and quality teams to optimize engine performance.