IMS Powerplant Technical Engineer

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Job summary

A leading company in the aviation sector is seeking an IMS Powerplant Technical Engineer to provide expert technical guidance and support in engine maintenance. The role involves developing maintenance strategies, planning, and ensuring regulatory compliance across the group's fleet. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in aeronautical engineering and experience in engine maintenance planning.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in aircraft engine maintenance.
• Proven experience in engine maintenance planning and cost optimisation.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical guidance for aircraft engine planning.
• Contribute to the development of a group-wide powerplant maintenance strategy.
• Evaluate cost-effective engine maintenance solutions.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical Engineering

Tools

Engine maintenance planning software

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary:

The IMS Powerplant Technical Engineer is a key role within IMS, focused on providing expert technical guidance and support to the IMS Powerplant Manager, driving efficiencies, cost savings, and strategic improvements within the powerplant domain. The successful candidate will contribute to powerplant maintenance strategy development, maintenance demand/capacity planning, provide subject matter expertise, and support the development of an in-house end-of-lease tool to ensure consistent and effective engine maintenance practices across all group airlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Expertise & Support:
• Provide expert technical guidance and support for aircraft engine planning activities across the group's fleet.
• Act as a subject matter expert on engine maintenance procedures, processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Powerplant Maintenance Strategy & Planning:
• Contribute to the development and implementation of a group-wide powerplant maintenance strategy.
• Support the Group Powerplant Manager in coordinating engine maintenance plans.
• Assist in the development of long-term engine group maintenance forecasts and budgets, including LLP optimisation.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to engine maintenance schedules and workflows.
• Demand/Capacity Planning:
• Coordinate the development of accurate demand and capacity plans for engine maintenance activities, including shop visit planning.
• Analyse engine utilisation, flight cycles, and maintenance schedules to forecast future maintenance requirements, as part of the OptiEng programme.
• Collaborate with engine manufacturers, MRO providers, and internal stakeholders to ensure adequate capacity is available.
• Monitor and track engine maintenance capacity utilisation and identify potential bottlenecks.
• Efficiency & Cost Savings:
• Evaluate and recommend cost-effective engine maintenance solutions and strategies.
• Analyse engine maintenance contracts and agreements to identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Monitor and track engine maintenance costs and identify areas for improvement.
• Group Collaboration & Communication:
• Collaborate with engine maintenance teams across the group to encourage consistent and effective maintenance practices.
• Support and facilitate knowledge sharing between the different airlines within the group regarding engine issues.
• Regulatory Compliance:
• Stay up to date on changes to regulations and industry best practices regarding engine maintenance.
• End of Lease Tool Support (OptiEng):
• Support the development and implementation of an in-house end-of-lease tool, providing technical input and expertise.
• Contribute to the definition of tool requirements and functionalities.
• Assist in the testing and validation of the tool.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical Engineering or a related field, with a focus on powerplant systems.
• Extensive experience in aircraft engine maintenance, preferably within an airline or MRO environment.
• Proven experience in engine maintenance planning, demand/capacity planning, and cost optimisation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of aviation regulations and standards (EASA, FAA, etc.) related to engines.
• Experience with engine maintenance planning software and systems.
• Experience working with multiple airline operators within a group environment is highly desirable.

Personal Attributes:

• Highly organised and detail oriented.
• Proactive and results oriented.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• A strong interest in engine technology and performance.