Propulsion Programs Lead - Engine Reliability and Compliance

Etihad; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Etihad is seeking a Propulsion Engineering leader to manage a team of propulsion engineers, directing them to deliver reliable operation and maintenance support for the engine fleet. The role ensures compliance with OEM and airworthiness requirements and coordinates with OEMs, MCC, and maintenance providers to drive improvements.

The position emphasizes program management, investigation of in-service events, and modification implementations to enhance engine availability and fleet performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering, or ICAO Type II AME with approvals.
• Minimum 10 years in-service technical support of aircraft engines (at least two Etihad engine types).

Responsibilities

• Provide cost-effective engineering technical support to operation and maintenance of the Etihad engine fleet.
• Manage outsourced maintenance and engineering activities; liaise with Engine, APU and component OEMs and maintenance providers.
• Lead investigations of in-service events and implement corrective actions to improve reliability.
• Oversee engine/APU and component modification standards and compliance with Airworthiness Directives and Part M.
• Review engine work-scopes with maintenance providers; manage engine shop visits and spare availability.
• Provide troubleshooting assistance to MCC and review Engine Health Monitoring reports.
• Support other departments with propulsion-related issues and produce business cases for capex and modification programs.
• Lead special projects and drive continuous improvement of technical procedures.

Skills

Team leadership

Engineering support

Program management

Troubleshooting

OEM liaison

Education

Chartered engineer eligibility

ICAO Type II AME License

Job description

Etihad is seeking a Propulsion Engineering leader to manage a team of propulsion engineers, directing them to deliver reliable operation and maintenance support for the engine fleet. The role ensures compliance with OEM and airworthiness requirements and coordinates with OEMs, MCC, and maintenance providers to drive improvements.

The position emphasizes program management, investigation of in-service events, and modification implementations to enhance engine availability and fleet performance.