Fleet Engineer

Global Crossing Airlines; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Crossing Airlines is seeking a Fleet Engineer to ensure safety, reliability, and performance of the fleet. You will provide expert technical support for engines and airframes, assist with AOG recovery, and guide engineering challenges.

The role requires leadership experience, ability to manage cross-functional teams, and in-depth knowledge of engine and airframe reliability, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience/training.
• 7 years of leadership experience overseeing large workgroups with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines and maintain safety.
• Experience managing reliability of products (engines, components, airframes).
• Ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Be an active member of the technical operations team and assist with AOG, technical advice and supporting engine and airframe repairs.
• As a fleet engineer, interface with OEMs, Flight and Technical Operations.
• Participate in on-site repairs, accident investigation and support team.
• Provide technical guidance for avionics installation.

Skills

Leadership experience

Aircraft systems knowledge

Problem solving

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD Tools (AutoCAD, CATIA, Creo)

Job description

Job Title: Fleet Engineer

Reporting to: Fleet Manager

Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join Global Crossing Airlines family, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you will tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career.

Position Overview

At Global Crossing Airlines, the Powerplant Engineer plays a key role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of our fleet. As a critical member of the Technical Operations team, you will provide expert technical support for engines and airframes, assist with AOG recovery, and offer guidance on complex engineering challenges.

Required Qualifications

• U.S citizenship or Permanent Green Card Holder is required
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience/training
• 7years of leadership experience; overseeing large workgroups with cross-functional teams, as well as managing and coaching teams
• Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines and maintain the highest regard for safety
• Ability to travel
• Experience managing reliability of products (engines, components, airframes)
• Excellent project planning and organizational skills, with ability to effectively and simultaneously manage multiple large projects within tight deadlines and maintain attention to detail
• Experience dealings with effectively with regulations
• Action oriented, results-driven leader with a natural attitude for engaging employees in multiples workgroups
• Demonstrates the highest level of ethics and integrity

Qualifications We Prefer

• Airbus A320 experience preferred.
• Engineering related experience on CFM56-5B and V2500.
• Advance degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• Experience with Engine Hardware support such as: Engineering Change Process, Production and fielded hardware disposition, limit expansion task, and analysis.
• Avionic troubleshooting experience preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of all required engineering analytical tools and documentation sources.
• Ability to write Engineering Order (EO) and Engineering Authorization (EA).
• Previous hardware experience with externals or mechanical components products.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• Ability to operate across a wide range of disciplines and management levels.
• Able to read and interpret service repair manuals and technical publications to determine work procedures.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and interpersonal skills
• FAA interaction experience
• Expertise in CAD Tools (AutoCAD, CATIAL, Creo)

Responsibilities

• Be an active member of the technical operations team and assist with AOG, technical advice and supporting engine and airframe repairs.
• As a fleet engineer, you will be interfacing with OEM’s, Flight and Technical Operations
• Participates in on-site repairs, accident investigation and support team
• Provide technical guidance for Avionics installation

Work Location & Schedule

This position is based in Miami, FL. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday. Work hours and shift assignments may vary, and the schedule is subject to change based on operational needs. Flexibility is required to support the demands of a dynamic aviation environment.

Global Crossing Airlines offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. Global Crossing Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Global Crossing Airlines will consider for employment qualified applicants.