Chief Manager Airline Powerplant

You will be responsible for leading a team of engineers to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the airline's aircraft engines and APUs. Your key accountabilities will include developing and implementing maintenance programs for the fleet of aircraft engines, coordinating maintenance activities, reviewing and approving maintenance work orders, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards, overseeing preparation of task cards for modifications, and participating in investigations of engine-related incidents. You will work closely with maintenance, planning, and quality assurance departments to facilitate effective communication and collaboration. Providing technical guidance and support to other departments, maintaining accurate records and documentation of maintenance activities, and developing troubleshooting plans for resolving complex engine issues will also be part of your responsibilities. Your performance will be measured based on operational performance like engine availability and aircraft engine reliability, compliance with regulations and industry standards, maintenance efficiency in terms of turnaround time and cost, and stakeholder management. You will need to demonstrate extensive technical expertise in engines, strong numeracy skills, leadership skills, and problem-solving abilities. You should possess an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer qualification along with an appropriate DGCA license or a relevant engineering degree (Aeronautical, Mechanical). The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of experience in powerplant engineering or a related field, including at least 2 years in a leadership role. Knowledge of FAA regulations, industry standards, and best practices related to powerplant engineering and maintenance is desired. You will collaborate with internal engineering teams on quality assurance and maintenance programs, coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and quality of powerplant components, and develop relationships with regulatory authorities and other industry stakeholders. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as standalone projects or regular work, subject to agreement between the incumbent, reporting officer, and HR.,