Managing Director - Engine Maintenance Management

United Airlines; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 201,000 - 262,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Flight privileges

Job summary

United Airlines seeks a Managing Director – Engine Maintenance Management to oversee engine/APU maintenance, both externally and in-house, with a focus on safety and regulatory compliance. You will shape supplier strategy and readiness, ensuring top operational performance to meet short- and long-term demand.

The role leads the in-house San Francisco Engine Overhaul and Repair facility and partners with global OEMs, driving cost control, productivity, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 15 years of equivalent experience in Mechanical/ Aerospace/ Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of aircraft/aerospace engineering, engine program management, or maintenance experience.
• 5+ years in supply chain, supplier/vendor management or related area.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (storytelling, written and verbal).
• Ability to build trust and relationships at all levels of an organization.
• Experience presenting to senior leadership teams.
• Proven ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Oversee spare engine/APU fleets and their maintenance performed by external suppliers and in-house facilities.
• Develop supplier strategy and lead supplier readiness programs for best-in-class performance.
• Manage the operation of the San Francisco Engine Overhaul and Repair facility with emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.
• Focus on product/process improvement, cost control, productivity and team development.
• Collaborate with global aviation suppliers and OEMs to align with United's demand.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

Senior leadership presentation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 15 years of equivalent experience

Master's degree

Tools

PMP certification

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

A&P License

Job description

Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network.

Come join us to create what's next. Let's define tomorrow, together.

Description

The Managing Director – Engine Maintenance Management is responsible for the oversight of spare engine/APU fleets and their maintenance, which is performed by both external suppliers and our in-house maintenance facilities. This role provides leadership oversight for all functions associated with engine/APU maintenance and spare engine/APU asset management. This leader develops our supplier strategy and leads the development of a robust supplier management and supplier readiness program, to ensure best-in-class operational performance to meet short-term to long-term United's demand. This leader is also responsible for all aspects of the operation of the in-house San Francisco Engine Overhaul and Repair facility. This individual is tasked with ensuring the highest levels of safety, operational performance and regulatory compliance while maintaining a strong focus on product and process improvement, cost control, productivity, and team building. This is a global role that requires interacting and partnering with top aviation suppliers and OEMs from across the globe.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or 15 years of equivalent experience (Mechanical Engineering, Power Plan Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Aviation, Technical or related discipline)

• 10+ years of experience in aircraft/aerospace engineering, aircraft engine program management or aircraft maintenance

• 5+ years of Supply Chain, supplier/vendor management or related experience

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (storytelling, written and verbal)

• Able to build trust and relationships at all levels of an organization.

• Experience presenting to senior leadership teams.

• Proven ability to analyze data and interpret data

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.

• Successful completion of interviews required to meet job qualification.

• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree

• PMP certification, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or A&P License

• 5+ years of engine supplier/vendor management is a plus.

• Demonstrates an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of generative AI tools and effectively leverages them to support research, analysis, content creation, and problem-solving. Apply critical thinking to validate AI-generated outputs while adhering to organizational policies for responsible AI use, data privacy, and security.

The base pay range for this role is $201,400.00 to $262,250.00.

The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.

United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact [e-mail].