Senior Technical Powerplant Engineer I

MTU Aero Engines North America; Rocky Hill (CT); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Paid time off and holidays

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Life & disability insurance

International assignments

Job summary

MTU Aero Engines North America, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Technical Powerplant Engineer I to drive technical guidance for gas turbine overhauls across global fleets.

Reporting to PPE Manager, you will influence maintenance strategies, repair cost analyses, and fleet performance, balancing reliability and safety. You will lead engineering initiatives, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with Fleet Managers, airlines, and suppliers while supporting global operations and international

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
• 5–12+ years of relevant engineering experience (gas turbine, MRO, or powerplant strongly preferred).
• Hands-on experience with engine hardware, MRO shop visit activity, fleet management, or maintenance program cost analysis preferred.
• Experience in a customer facing role, handling multiple projects, collaborating with fleet managers and airlines or lessors strongly preferred.
• Strong communication skills and customer engagement abilities highly desirable.
• Proven ability to independently lead technical initiatives with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership for Engine Shop Visits – Lead oversight of engine shop visits under FMP, Fixed-Price Agreements, and Maintenance Cost Guarantees, ensure technical and commercial outcomes meet program objectives while upholding flight safety
• Trusted Engineering Advisor – Provide expert technical recommendations to Fleet Technical Managers, Resident Center Managers, and Powerplant Engineers worldwide; influence workscopes and disposition decisions for best overall lifecycle value
• Advanced Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis – Support and guide investigations for fleet-wide or engine-specific events, develop data-driven recommendations that improve engine time-on-wing, reliability, and overhaul cost structures
• Strategic Cost & Technical Decision Support – Drive shop-visit cost analyses and present technical and financial insights to Fleet Managers and Engine Services Finance at Pratt & Whitney to inform cost-reduction and maintenance strategy decisions
• Vendor & Outsource Oversight – Define technical expectations, validate quality of output, and ensure alignment with MTU standards for outsourced workscope execution
• Mentorship & Knowledge Development – Coach and support early-career Powerplant Engineers; promote best practices, continuous learning, and technical rigor across the team

Skills

Technical leadership

Clear communication

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

You. MTU Aero Engines North America Inc.

Over 13,000 people. 20 locations worldwide. One in three planes flies with our technology. Even more economical, lower in emissions and quieter. We shape the future of aviation. The only thing missing: You. MTU Aero Engines North America Inc.

• Location Rocky Hill
• Starter area Powerplant Engineering
• Target group Professionals
• Contract type Full-Time
• Job ID 1330

MTU is looking for an experienced engineer to join us for an opportunity to progress their career through meaningful work in a collaborative environment. We are committed to building your engineering expertise, gas turbine hardware knowledge and project management skills. Our company offers a comprehensive set of benefits so that you can select what best meets your needs. We also promote a healthy work-life balance through a hybrid work schedule, flexible work arrangements, and paid time off. MTU AENA employees drive their own success in an environment that celebrates achievements.

Reporting to the Powerplant Engineering (PPE) Manager, the Senior Technical Powerplant Engineer I is a key technical contributor responsible for developing, governing, and optimizing the documentation and technical guidance required to support gas turbine engine overhauls across global customer fleets.

In this role, you will provide technical insight into engine maintenance strategies, influence cost-driven decision-making for Fleet Management Program (FMP) MRO contracts, and serve as a technical escalation point for complex overhaul topics—balancing cost efficiency, reliability, and engine safety across the Geared Turbofan (GTF) engine programs.

Essential Functions

• Technical Leadership for Engine Shop Visits – Lead oversight of engine shop visits under FMP, Fixed-Price Agreements, and Maintenance Cost Guarantees, ensure technical and commercial outcomes meet program objectives while upholding flight safety
• Trusted Engineering Advisor – Provide expert technical recommendations to Fleet Technical Managers, Resident Center Managers, and Powerplant Engineers worldwide; influence workscopes and disposition decisions for best overall lifecycle value
• Advanced Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis – Support and guide investigations for fleet-wide or engine-specific events, develop data-driven recommendations that improve engine time-on-wing, reliability, and overhaul cost structures
• Strategic Cost & Technical Decision Support – Drive shop-visit cost analyses and present technical and financial insights to Fleet Managers and Engine Services Finance at Pratt & Whitney (P&W) to inform cost-reduction and maintenance strategy decisions
• Vendor & Outsource Oversight – Define technical expectations, validate quality of output, and ensure alignment with MTU standards for outsourced workscope execution
• Mentorship & Knowledge Development – Coach and support early-career Powerplant Engineers; promote best practices, continuous learning, and technical rigor across the team

Competencies

• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly and persuasively to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Demonstrate strategic thinking; anticipate downstream impacts of technical, commercial, and operational decisions
• Operate with a strong sense of urgency and accountability, prioritize actions that protect engine safety, reliability, and program cost objectives
• Pursue continuous improvement and self-development; actively shares knowledge to elevate team capability
• Demonstrate success influencing cross-functional stakeholders and driving complex tasks to closure

Requirements for this position include

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering or a related technical field
• 5–12+ years of relevant engineering experience (gas turbine, MRO, or powerplant strongly preferred)
• Hands-on experience with engine hardware, MRO shop visit activity, fleet management, or maintenance program cost analysis preferred
• Experience in a customer facing role, handling multiple projects, collaborating with fleet managers and airlines or lessors strongly preferred
• Strong communication skills and customer engagement abilities highly desirable
• Proven ability to independently lead technical initiatives with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated technical competence in related discipline
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required
• Eligible to work in the United States without Sponsorship

We Offer

• Professional development programs with clear pathways for career growth and advancement
• Hybrid work model with flexible scheduling during core business hours
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
• Competitive retirement savings plan with pre-tax and Roth options, plus company match
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and a Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Company-provided life & disability insurance
• Opportunities for international assignments and global collaboration
• Extended business travel opportunities
• Employee rewards and recognition program
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with company-wide engagement events
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to an onsite fitness center

Your Future at MTU Starts Here!

MTU Aero Engines North America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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