Director Engineering

Breeze Airways™; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision and Dental

Health Savings Account with Breeze Employee Match

401K with Breeze Employee Match

PTO

Travel on Breeze and other Airlines

Job summary

Breeze Airways™ is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead its Technical Operations team. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance, operational excellence, and innovation in maintenance and engineering of the fleet.

Responsibilities include overseeing avionics, powerplant engineering, and maintenance programs. Candidates should hold relevant degrees along with substantial experience in aircraft engineering and leadership. Join Breeze to help enhance travel experiences!

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in aircraft engineering.
• 15+ years of leadership experience in aircraft engineering.
• Expert knowledge of FAA Part 121 regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for the Engineering department.
• Oversee management of avionics, structures, and maintenance programs.
• Collaborate with various teams to maintain fleet airworthiness.

Skills

Leadership skills

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Project management

Data-driven decision making

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Fleet management systems

Job description

Working at Breeze Airways is an exciting endeavor and a serious commitment to bring “The World’s Nicest Airline” to life. We work cross‑functionally with truly awesome Team Members to deliver on our mission: “To make the world of travel simple, affordable, and convenient. Improving our guests travel experience using technology, ingenuity and kindness.”

Breeze is hiring – join us!

Overview

As the Director of Engineering, you will lead and oversee the Engineering department of Breeze’s Technical Operations team, ensuring regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and innovation in maintenance and engineering. This role is integral to maintaining the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our fleet. You will guide teams in areas such as avionics, structures, systems, fleet reliability, maintenance programs, interiors, configuration control, and powerplant engineering while furthering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for the Engineering department, ensuring alignment with FAA Part 121 regulations and company objectives
• Oversee the management of avionics, structures, systems, fleet reliability, interiors, powerplant engineering, maintenance programs, and configuration control functions
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality Assurance, and Flight Operations teams to maintain fleet airworthiness and operational integrity
• Develop, implement, and monitor maintenance programs to ensure they meet safety, reliability, and cost‑effectiveness standards
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies regarding engineering and maintenance program compliance
• Evaluate and improve cabin and interior systems to maintain a superior guest experience
• Achieve performance goals/metrics and adhere to established standards in conjunction with Breeze Aviation Group Values of Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity, and Excellence
• Manage engineering projects end‑to‑end, including planning, resource allocation, timelines, and deliverables
• Identify opportunities for innovation, design improvements, and operational efficiency
• Develop and manage engineering budgets, including staffing, tooling, testing, and project costs
• Hire, train, and develop engineering staff; set performance expectations and conduct evaluations
• Create functional strategies, objectives, and long‑term engineering roadmaps aligned with organizational goals
• Present engineering data, project updates, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related field and/or equivalent working experience
• 20+ years of experience in aircraft engineering
• 15+ years of leadership experience in aircraft engineering
• Expert knowledge of FAA Part 121 regulations, airworthiness directives, and technical reporting for modifications and repairs
• Proven experience overseeing engineering disciplines such as avionics, systems, powerplant, interiors, and maintenance programs
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing cross‑functional teams
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• High‑level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other technical software tools
• Experience with fleet management systems, reliability analysis, and data analytics
• Background in cost‑saving and efficiency initiatives within an airline environment
• Resource planning experience and building KPIs & metrics for the team

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
• Experience with Trax (M&E) control systems
• Airline leadership experience leading teams in cross‑functional projects
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant License with no history of infractions
• Familiarity with Airbus A220 and Embraer 190/195 aircraft systems and operations

Skills & Talents

• Strong leadership skills to manage cross‑functional teams and complex engineering initiatives
• Expertise in time‑controlled parts, reliability programs, and regulatory frameworks (FARs, STCs, SBs, and ADs)
• Collaborative leader skilled at building relationships across all levels of an organization
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a focus on data‑driven decision‑making
• Passion for aviation and dedication to safety, reliability, and excellence
• Strategic thinker with the ability to align departmental goals with organizational objectives

Perks of the Job

• Health, Vision and Dental
• Health Savings Account with Breeze Employee Match
• 401K with Breeze Employee Match
• PTO
• Travel on Breeze and other Airlines too!

Equal Opportunity Statement

Breeze Airways provides equal employment opportunities to all Team Members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Breeze Airways will never request your Social Security Number, Driver’s License or Date of Birth on our job postings. Job Postings requesting any or all of this information should be regarded as a scam. To ensure you are applying to an actual Breeze Airways posting, please apply online at www.flybreeze.com then click “Careers” at the bottom of the page.