Manager Powerplant Programs

Socket.dev; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 97,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employee assistance program

401K contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

Atlas Air Worldwide seeks a Powerplant Program Manager to oversee multi-million dollar Powerplant programs, ensuring safety, airworthiness, and reliability. You will coordinate planning, scheduling, logistics, and vendor performance while aligning with company policies and industry standards.

The role requires strong engineering background, extensive aerospace Powerplant experience, and the ability to engage with customers, manufacturers, and regulatory bodies to drive optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

• B.S. Engineering/Technical Engineering Degree required.
• 10 years aerospace experience with Aircraft Maintenance experience preferred.
• 5-7 years Aircraft Powerplant experience with Powerplant Engineering preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Familiarity with aircraft engine systems and components.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned Powerplant programs within the heavy maintenance services budget.
• Prioritize Powerplant Planning and Program actions and communicate with stakeholders.
• Report on project status and present issues to be resolved.
• Issue instructions and documents to support safe, airworthy return to service.
• Coordinate material and tooling requirements with Atlas Air department and vendors.
• Monitor program performance, costs, quality, and schedule; visit on-site as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Communication skills

Financial analysis

Customer interface

Regulatory liaison

Education

B.S. Engineering/Technical Engineering Degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Join Atlas Air Worldwide. Move the World with Us!

At Atlas Air Worldwide, we're not just an airline, we're a global engine powering cargo, passenger, and leasing operations across more than 70 countries. As a leader in outsourced aviation logistics, we're built on a foundation of safety, service excellence, integrity, innovation, teamwork, and responsibility. With over 30 years of history, a modern all-Boeing fleet, and nearly 5,000 teammates collaborating across operations, technical, and corporate functions, we're driven by purpose.

If you're ready to grow, innovate, and help us deliver excellence every single day, you belong here.

Position Summary:

Manages assigned Powerplant Program Maintenance, including shop oversight, planning, scheduling, and coordinating the logistics of multi-million dollar programs. Will aid in technical support that economically ensures the safety, airworthiness, and reliability of Atlas Air assigned aircraft Powerplant programs. Responsible for all assigned Powerplant Planning, coordination, and oversight of all customer engines enforces relevant policies and procedures for coordination and oversight of customer related Powerplant programs.

Values and Behavioral Standards:

To ensure the effective communication and application of company values and behavioral standards, as stated in our company "Code of Conduct" policy, and to respond appropriately in the event of any known departure.

Major Job Accountabilities:

• Ensure assigned Powerplant programs are managed within the heavy maintenance services budget requirements
• Prioritize Powerplant Planning and Program actions and proactively communicate to key internal and external stakeholders
• Report on the status of projects and present issues to be resolved as directed.
• Issue instructions and documents to economically support operations and return engines to service in a safe, airworthy, and timely manner.
• Manage the service workload including routine, continued items, and modification and special inspections of assigned customer Powerplant programs.
• Provide data and work with the Purchasing Department in the vendor selection process to select vendors for the services. May assist in the review of the final vendor contracts.
• Coordinate all material and tooling requirements with Atlas Air material department and the service provider.
• Monitor assigned Powerplant programs while under service, coordinate with the on-site team/vendors for quality, costs, performance to schedule, and release date. Review status and recommend options to ensure optimal outcome. May also require on-site visits.
• Report on vendor performance including Powerplant/Thrust Reverser scheduled maintenance ground time (planned vs. actual), service yield, costs and reliability of the Powerplant after service.
• Support integration of new and previously operated Powerplant product.
• Liaise with manufacturers; maintenance representatives, repair & overhaul (MRO) facilities; outside engineering departments; regulatory personnel; and other outside agencies.
• Participate in industry working groups, industry steering committees, industry meetings, and conferences.
• Coordinate with Maintenance Planning and Engineering to schedule and provide oversight of borescope inspections as required.
• Work with original equipment manufacturers on emerging issues to help ensure safety and airworthiness, but also minimize the economic impact.
• Organize and provide all necessary Powerplant Engineering documentation required to complete aircraft PowerPlant modifications and repairs within the allocated time schedule and budget allowance.
• Coordinate with Engineering staff to provide 24/7 operational support as needed.

Major Job Accountabilities continued:

• Review Powerplant portion of the Aircraft Maintenance and Inspection Program and coordinate with Engineering to initiate maintenance program changes and changes to maintenance documents as required.

Qualifications:

• B.S. Engineering/Technical Engineering Degree required.
• 10 years aerospace experience with Aircraft Maintenance experience preferred.
• 5-7 years Aircraft Powerplant experience with Powerplant Engineering preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite - Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.
• Familiarity with aircraft engine systems and components.
• Strong technical skills and knowledge of large Powerplant systems and components design.
• Ability to identify cost effective solutions.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage at multiple levels
• Ability to interface with customers, manufacturers and regulatory agencies.
• Some financial analysis skills required.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship or employer immigration support either now or in the future.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to afford equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, place of birth, age, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable in accordance with federal, state and local laws.

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• Competitive compensation will be offered based on a variety of factors, including a candidate's experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity and other factors. In addition, a range of benefits to include medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, as well as generous paid time off, and 401K contributions are offered as a part of the total compensation package.

Pay Range

$96,500 - $130,500 USD

At Atlas Air Worldwide, we believe in the power of people, the promise of innovation, and the responsibility we hold to each other, to our customers, and to the planet. Join us and be part of a team that lifts more than cargo; we lift ambition.