Senior Manager, OSS Engine Line

MTU Maintenance Fort Worth; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

STD insurance

LTD & Life/AD&D insurance

401k with employer matching

Paid vacation and PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Gym membership reimbursement

Job summary

MTU Maintenance Fort Worth seeks a Senior Manager, On-Site Services to lead day-to-day OSS execution, workforce coordination, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role ensures safe, compliant maintenance activities across OSS operations while aligning with MTU’s IMS/RSQM framework.

You will direct OSS supervisors, develop technician training, and collaborate with engineering, quality, and planning teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/aerospace/industrial engineering or related field.
• 7+ years in engine MRO operations with leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of OEM manuals and regulatory compliance (FAA, EASA, AS9100).

Responsibilities

• Oversee OSS maintenance activities to ensure safe, on-time execution.
• Lead OSS supervisors and coordination roles within OSS org.
• Develop training programs and manage technician certification.
• Manage budgets, cost projections, and investment plans for OSS.
• Drive standardization, process improvements, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Problem-solving

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Communication

Automation/digital

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/Industrial Eng

Tools

MRO software

ERP systems

Digital work instructions

Job description

MTU Maintenance Fort Worth is part of the world’s largest independent jet engine MRO company based in Germany providing aftermarket and OEM-licensed engine maintenance services worldwide. As a part of MTU Aero Engines, with over 80 years of experience in the design, development, and production of jet engine components, modules, and engines; MTU Maintenance is a global network of over 4,000 employees with over 35 years of experience in the MRO market.

MTU provides maintenance from targeted hospital visits to complete overhauls on over 30+ commercial aero engine and industrial gas turbine lines and has completed more than 18,000 shop visits for over 1,400 customers worldwide. Within this Global network, MTU Maintenance Dallas provides hospital shop and on-site maintenance services.

Senior Manager, OSS Engine Line

• Location Fort Worth
• Starter area Operations / Manufacturing / Production
• Target group Professionals
• Contract type Full-Time
• Job ID 1983

Overall Purpose:

The Senior Manager On‑Site Services (OSS) ensures the planning, coordinating, and execution of all OSS maintenance activities. The role acts as the primary operational lead for day‑to‑day OSS execution, workforce coordination, and continuous improvement initiatives, while ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient execution of OSS activities.

Position Responsibilities:

• Oversee OSS operational activities, ensuring safe, efficient, and on-time execution of maintenance and support tasks.
• Ensure adherence to OEM procedures, work instructions, and aviation regulations (FAA, EASA, AS9100).
• Ensure OSS activities comply with MTU’s Integrated Management System (IMS/RSQM) and all applicable FAA, EASA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Directly manage OSS supervisors and key coordination roles within the OSS organization.
• Develop training programs for technicians, ensuring proper certification and competency
• Support workforce planning, shift models, training needs, and competence management for OSS staff.
• Foster a strong safety culture and promote leadership behaviors aligned with MTU values.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and collaborate with engineering, quality, and planning teams to resolve challenges (incl. investigating quality incidents and defining corrective and preventive actions.
• Support audits, inspections, and corrective actions related to OSS processes and personnel.
• Drive standardization, process confirmation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage, update, and maintain tooling, inspections, and calibration of equipment per approved capability lists.
• Monitor cost, booked times, quality, and turnaround time (TAT) improvements while maintaining high safety standards.
• Develop and maintain documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and work instructions.
• Manage budgets, cost projections, and investment plans for the OSS.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of OSS mechanics.
• Represent MTU Maintenance Fort Worth, Inc. within the Global OSS Network.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 7+ years of experience in engine MRO operations, with a focus on disassembly and assembly
• Proven leadership experience in managing engine maintenance teams
• Strong understanding of OEM manuals, regulatory compliance (FAA, EASA, AS9100), and engine maintenance best practices
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, and process improvement methodologies
• Excellent problem‑solving, decision‑making, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in MRO software, ERP systems, and digital work instructions
• Demonstrated experience in project management, lean manufacturing, and process optimization
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with OEM-authorized MRO facilities (e.g., Pratt & Whitney, GE, Rolls‑Royce, CFM)
• Familiarity with automation and digital solutions for process optimization

We offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and STD insurance are effective immediately
• Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer-paid LTD and Life / AD&D insurance
• 401k with employer matching up to 2% with an additional discretionary contribution to 1% provided from the employer
• Paid 2 weeks of Vacation, paid 10 days of PTO & Holidays
• Annual Tuition Reimbursement
• Monthly $30 Gym Membership Reimbursement

MTU Maintenance Fort Worth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class.

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