Aviation Engine Lease Project Manager (Technical Services)

Willis Lease Finance Corporation; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) is seeking a Project Manager, Technical Services in Coconut Creek, FL. You will lead overall project management for engine lease returns, shop visits and purchases to ensure FAA/EASA compliance and Willis Lease requirements.

The role interfaces with customers, MROs and internal teams during critical lease-return activities. You will travel extensively to engine locations and records sites, manage data and certifications, and coordinate repairs with the MRO

Qualifications

• A&P license preferred; minimum “P” required.
• 5+ years airline and/or engine shop experience.
• Experience with listed engine models (CFM56, LEAP, GEnx, GE90, PW4000, CF6, CF34, V2500).
• Strong background in engine records including LPP/AD status reports.
• Boreshone/test cell experience and engine overhaul knowledge.
• Ability to travel globally and on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Acts as primary coordinator with contracts, customer, MRO, and records to facilitate engine lease returns.
• Contacts customers during lease returns and arranges on-site or visit coordination.
• Uses department procedures to perform lease returns at remote locations.
• Ensures compliance with FAA/EASA and Willis Lease requirements during lease returns.
• Coordinates test cell runs and on-wing tests; resolves performance issues with involved parties.
• Manages detailed end-of-lease engine inventory and part certification with internal teams.
• Oversees shop visits: scopes, data provision, cost estimates, repair management, and invoicing.
• Disposes unserviceable material and ensures proper engine packaging for shipment.
• Attends industry conferences; supports company portfolio as needed.

Skills

A&P license

5+ years airline/engine shop exp

Engine model knowledge

Life Limited Parts/AD status knowledge

Test cell/borescope experience

Extensive travel

MS Word & Excel

Interpersonal skills across cultures

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) is seeking a Project Manager, Technical Services in Coconut Creek, FL. You will lead overall project management for engine lease returns, shop visits and purchases to ensure FAA/EASA compliance and Willis Lease requirements.

The role interfaces with customers, MROs and internal teams during critical lease-return activities. You will travel extensively to engine locations and records sites, manage data and certifications, and coordinate repairs with the MRO