Senior Powerplant Engineer

OAKLANDS GLOBAL; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established aviation services provider in Gloucester is seeking a Senior Powerplant Engineer to manage multiple commercial engine projects. The role requires over 10 years of experience in powerplant roles, strong technical knowledge, and excellent project management skills. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK and will mentor junior engineers while representing the company at technical conferences. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in powerplant roles.
• Strong technical knowledge of CFM, P&W, GE, IAE, RR engines.
• Project management and MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Act as virtual powerplant manager for clients.
• Forecast maintenance costs and optimise engine removals.
• Manage engine shop visits and monitor engine health.

Skills

Powerplant management

Project management

Communication skills

Financial acumen

Education

Degree in relevant field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Senior Powerplant Engineer. Gloucester. £Competitive. Permanent. Oaklands Global is currently supporting an established aviation services provider seeking an experienced Senior Powerplant Engineer to join their Fleet Management Team. This technical role involves managing multiple commercial engine projects for airline and lessor clients, supporting the full engine lifecycle from planning and health monitoring to shop visit oversight and contract negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Act as virtual powerplant manager for clients
• Forecast maintenance costs and optimise engine removals
• Manage engine shop visits (workscope, inspection, materials, post-visit review)
• Monitor engine health (EHM/ECM)
• Negotiate with OEMs/MROs and review engine contracts
• Support engine transitions, inspections, and documentation
• Mentor junior engineers and support business development
• Represent the company at OEM technical conferences

Requirements

• 10+ years’ experience in powerplant roles
• Strong technical knowledge (CFM, P&W, GE, IAE, RR engines)
• Commercial and financial acumen
• Project management and MS Office proficiency
• Strong communication skills
• Degree preferred, airline experience a plus
• Must be eligible to work in the UK