Propulsion Manager

Job Purpose

Key Result Responsibilities

• Manage the technical performance of a sizeable A320 Family fleet (CEO & NEO) fitted with CFM56 & LEAP Engines.
• Ensure availability of sufficient Engine & APU spares to prevent AOG events related to powerplant issues.
• Manage and oversee all Engine & APU shop visits, including aircraft redelivery, ensuring timely execution, appropriate work scopes, contractual compliance, cost control, and return to service.
• Liaise with Engine & APU OEMs to develop short- and long-term solutions for in-service issues.
• Manage and follow up on OEM advisories and CNRs, ensuring closure within required timelines.
• Oversee scrap evaluations and piece-part inspections in coordination with OEMs and MROs.
• Review engine and APU technical publications (ADs, SBs, SLs) and define appropriate compliance strategies to ensure timely implementation in line with regulatory requirements.
• Review and Validate Engine & APU shop visit invoices.
• Lead budget planning, cost control, and optimization initiatives for powerplant maintenance activities.
• Coordinate with CAMO, MCC, Planning, QA, Operations, and other stakeholders to enhance maintenance programs and daily operational performance.
• Drive initiatives to reduce engineering delays, MEL items, and PIREPs, improving fleet reliability and operational availability.

People Management

• Provides direction, coaching and guidance to team members for their career and professional development.
• Creates a conducive working environment to build and sustain a performance driven, engaged, and committed team.
• Ensures people management responsibilities are handled effectively in line with company procedures.

Qualifications (Academic, Training, Languages)

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Aeronautical, Electro-mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Strong expertise in engine/APU shop visits, borescope inspections, and delivery/redelivery activities.
• Proven ability in cost control and contract management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• In-depth knowledge of CAMO and regulatory frameworks (GCAA preferred).
• Demonstrated track record in maintaining fleet reliability and reducing AOG occurrences.
• Strong technical expertise in aircraft engines and APU systems.

Work Experience

• With minimum 15+ years of aviation experience, including at least 5 years in managerial roles.
• Extensive experience in airline powerplant management, specifically CFM56 and LEAP engines.