Technical Manager – Aviation Asset Management

Peak Performance Recruitment; Dublin; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Performance Recruitment is seeking an experienced Technical Manager for our Dublin office. You will oversee a portfolio of leased aircraft, coordinate lease deliveries and redeliveries, and ensure compliance with airworthiness and regulatory requirements.

You will audit aircraft records, support transactions, and maintain strong relationships with operators. This role demands deep expertise in aviation asset management and detailed technical oversight.

Qualifications

• Licensed Aircraft Engineer qualification or equivalent aviation technical credential.
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in the aircraft leasing sector.
• Strong asset management experience within aviation leasing or related fields.
• Solid understanding of airworthiness requirements and regulatory compliance.
• Experience supporting deliveries, redeliveries, and lease transitions.
• Knowledge of aircraft maintenance records and documentation practices.
• Familiarity with FAA and EASA certification and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of leased aircraft and ensure lease obligations are met.
• Provide technical oversight of parked, stored, and off-lease aircraft.
• Support acquisitions, sales, and disposal transactions from a technical angle.
• Review and audit aircraft and engine records for accuracy and completeness.
• Audit life-limited part traceability across aircraft and engine assets.
• Coordinate acceptance, lease delivery, and redelivery processes with customers and OEMs.
• Schedule inspections and monitor technical activity for leased assets.
• Keep aircraft records current and support component forecasting.
• Conduct operational due diligence audits and customer visits as required.
• Review shop visit documentation and communicate findings.
• Maintain relationships with operators and support technical discussions.
• Manage maintenance reserve databases and assess claims.
• Monitor regulatory developments including FAA and EASA guidance.
• Prepare and issue technical reports to customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Airworthiness & compliance

Asset management

Analytical skills

Technical documentation

Education

Licensed Aircraft Engineer

Tools

Records management

Job description

A leading global aviation investment and asset management platform is seeking an experienced Technical Manager to join its Dublin office. This position plays a key role in managing commercial aircraft assets, supporting transactions, overseeing lease transitions, and protecting asset value throughout the aircraft lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of leased aircraft, ensuring compliance with technical lease obligations.
• Provide technical oversight of parked, stored, and off-lease aircraft.
• Support aircraft acquisition, sale, and disposal transactions from a technical perspective.
• Review and audit aircraft and engine records for acquisitions, sales, purchases, and transitions, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Audit life-limited part traceability from birth to current status across aircraft and engine assets.
• Manage aircraft acceptance, lease delivery, and redelivery processes in collaboration with customers and OEMs.
• Coordinate inspection schedules and technical monitoring activities for leased assets.
• Ensure aircraft records remain current and support component forecasting activities.
• Conduct operational due diligence audits and undertake customer visits as required.
• Review shop visit documentation and technical records, identifying and communicating any findings.
• Maintain strong relationships with operators and support technical discussions when required.
• Manage maintenance reserve databases and assess maintenance reserve claims.
• Monitor industry developments and regulatory requirements, including FAA and EASA guidance.
• Prepare and issue technical reports to customers and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

• Licensed Aircraft Engineer qualification or another relevant aviation technical qualification.
• Minimum of 8 years' experience within the aircraft leasing sector.
• Strong technical asset management experience gained within aircraft leasing, asset management, technical consultancy, or a similar environment.
• Detailed understanding of airworthiness requirements, maintenance programmes, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience supporting aircraft deliveries, redeliveries, and lease transitions.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft maintenance records and record-keeping principles.
• Familiarity with FAA and EASA certification and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.