Engineering Manager

StandardAero; Gosport; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

StandardAero in Gosport is seeking a Senior Technical Support Engineering Leader to build and manage a high-performing team. You will govern Engineering processes, ensure alignment with maintenance data, and drive continuous improvement across the Engines Business Unit.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication with internal and external stakeholders, and the ability to lead complex repair and overhaul initiatives in a cost-effective way.

Qualifications

• Leadership and people-management experience within aerospace/engineering environments.
• Strong customer-focused approach with ability to liaise across departments.
• Proven track record of delivering results and managing performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Technical Support Engineering team.
• Governance of all Engines BU Engineering processes and procedures.
• Coordinate with departments to resolve complex issues and meet operational goals.
• Oversee the preparation of detailed repair instructions and ensure compliance with maintenance data.
• Manage non-conformance investigations and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Focus

Developing Others

Results Driven

Problem Solving

Verbal Communication

Attention to Detail

Decision Making

Education

Recognised Line Management Qualification

Job description

Develop and maintain a competent Technical Support Engineering team.

Governance and Control of all Engines BU Engineering Process and Procedures, ensuring regular updates are propagated effectively.

Develops and implements policies, standards and procedures for the engineering and technical work performed in the department;

Coordinates and liaises with various departments to resolve any difficult or continuing problems and ensures operational standards and goals are achieved;

Leads and participates in the resolution of problems and the reinforcement of continuous improvement;

Enables a team of Tech support Engineers to p repare detailed work instructions for repair of gas turbine engines to ensure compliance with approved maintenance data and customer requirements;

Accountable for the control, measures and improvements of the Non -Conformance Investigation Process within the Engines Business Unit

Ensures the Tech Support Engineering team pr ovides interpretation and clarification of overhaul data; produces material review board, temporary overhaul data requirement, unit build standards, and engineering bill of materials documentation to support operational repair and overhaul processes;

Ensures the Tech support Engineering team review airworthiness directives, service bulletins and manual changes to incorporate amendments into production;

May participate directly in the design, development and inspection of technical projects or in the engineering work of the department;

Leads repair and improvement schemes together with feasibility studies;

Conducts analysis to ensure the site engine shop operations continue to operate in a cost-effective manner as technological, legal, regulatory, policy and product changes are implemented;

Exercises authority in hiring, training, career development, performance appraisal, salary adjustments, promotion, discipline, health, safety and the general employee relations of direct reports;

Ensures the Technical Library staff are competent and up-to-date on publications revisions sent out for verification and validation to the Technical Support Engineers, EAB Engineers and Component Repair Engineers

Actively participates as a member of the appropriate management team(s), assisting with the development and realization of departmental strategic plans, budgets, goals and outcomes;

Adherence to our Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety Management Systems (SMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and all associated Business Manuals

(e = Essential / d = desirable)

Leadership/Personal

• Conflict Management; (e)
• Customer Focus; (e)
• Developing Others; (e)
• Results Driven; (e)
• Managing & Measuring Work; (e)
• Managing Vision & Purpose; (e)
• Motivating Others; (e)
• Problem Solving; (e)
• Developing Trust in teams and with Customers; (e)
• Build Effective Teams; (e)
• Strong verbal communication and written skills to work with internal and external stakeholders; (e)
• Keen eye for detail; (e)
• Demonstrate integrity, urgency and edge; (e)
• Demonstrate Passion for others; (e)
• Show accountability in decision making. (e)

Functional:

• Familiarity with quality procedures and documentation including process paperwork, parts routing procedures, Engineering Repair Instructions, Detailed Work Instructions and Non-Conformance Report system; (d)

Organisational Relationships:

• Senior Management Team
• Programme Managers
• Customer Service
• Members of the Business Aviation Unit
• Information Services
• Quality
• Customers
• Service Providers

Professional Qualifications/Education and Training:

• Recognised Line Management Qualification (d)

Experience:

• Engine Specific knowledge; (e)
• Programme Management experience (d)
• Experience of working in business aviation, MRO, corporate business jet environment involved with the maintenance and support of corporate business jet engines; (e)

This is not an exhaustive list and from time -to-time additional responsibilities may be provided directly from your Line Manager

About Us

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911 With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us. Inclusivity Is Our Standard It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy) sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.

Job Info

• Job Identification 9954
• Job Category Leader
• Posting Date 07/28/2026, 09:41 AM
• Locations Fareham Road, Gosport, Hampshire, PO13 0AA, GB