Manager Powerplant Engineering
Code -MMEP / 23272
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Manager Powerplant Engineering (Senior Manager optional) is responsible for establishing and amending the engine maintenance workscope to most effectively meet customer requirements, while maximizing engine reliability and on-wing life and minimizing operating costs per hour. He / She is also responsible for developing, implementing and continuously improving technical standards, supporting technically maintenance, tests and assisting lean production activities.
To be a successful candidate, an Associate Engineer should be :
General responsibilities :
- Recruitment and performance management of the powerplant engineering staff, including succession planning, discipline and promotion
- Manage and coordinate the activities of the powerplant engineering department to accomplish the goals identified for the department
- Coordinate the MTU Canada powerplant engineering activities with business strategies in order to improve MTU Canada overall achievement
- Coordinate the technical and procedural standards for test, repair and overhaul of engines
- Develops the departmental budgets and is accountable for financial results within budget allocations
- Set, monitor and report to the Director of Engineering the KPIs for the powerplant engineering department as well for the Continuous Improvement Program; align department KPIs with goals & objectives on corporate and departmental level
- Ensure employees are aware of, and compliance with corporate policies and procedures as well as appropriate aviation standards
- Communicate and work with other department to streamline the engineering’s efforts during shop visits
- Coordinate training of department employees to ensure multi-tasking is optimized to maintain a high level of technical proficiency, to ensure adherence to the Canadian Ministry of Transport Airworthiness Standards
Operational responsibilities :
Coordinate, coach, monitor, supervise and direct employees on a daily basis to achieve goals and targets in meeting internal and external customer expectations.Define and prepare engine maintenance workscope in accordance with engine history and customer requirement and release the WRB onlineInvestigate the reasons for in-service engine discrepancies and propose maintenance actions if necessaryLiaise with engine manufacturers and customers on engine problems and work with them to find acceptable solutionsInvestigate causes of findings identified by any source including the audit program and take corrective actionCoordinate new customer setup discussions with Customer Support personnel as necessaryConsult and negotiate with clients to prepare specifications, explain proposals and present engineering reports and findings related to customers’ engine shop visitsDevelop / Update technical orders, MRBs and Green Pages for deviation handling including review / approval of technical documentationsProvide technical support to test, repair and overhaul operationsSet-up, review and maintain SB / AD baselineProvide technical support to Engine Trend Monitoring to MTU customer’sStrategic responsibilities :
Amend engine management programs to maximize engine reliability and on-wing life while minimizing operating costs per hourEstablish engine management programs that define inspection intervals, life management, refurbishment specification, and modification standardsParticipate in the Functional Group across location group as chair holder to ensure synergies between the MTU locations worldwideParticipate in the Global MTU Continuous Improvement Network to leverage synergiesRequirements for this position include :
A Master of Engineering Degree (M.Eng.), 5+ years of leadership experience and 5+ years working as an engineer in the aviation industryOr a Bachelor of Engineering Degree (B.Eng.), 5+ years of leadership experience and 8+ years working as an engineer in the aviation industry10+ years a leading role in continuous improvement and lean management activitiesAdvanced knowledge of common engineering based software (e.g. computer-aided design (CAD), computer numeric controlled programming (CNC), etc…)Advanced knowledge of SAP engineering specific functionsAdvanced knowledge of MS OfficeYour journey starts with one of these teams :
Generous relocation package available to eligible candidatesWe offer great benefits from your first day (no waiting period)100% match company pensionExtended Medical and Dental ProgramsDisability InsuranceEmployee and Family Assistance ProgramLife InsuranceVision Care and Rx Safety VisionGo to our website, to learn more about us. After your application is received, hiring managers will review for potential next steps. From here, you may have a chance to come on-site to discuss opportunities for the first step in your career.
MTU Maintenance Canada 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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