Powerplant Engineering Manager

Who we are:
AerSale® is a global leader and market innovator specializing in aviation products and services to meet the growing demand for aftermarket support in global passenger, cargo, and government segments. Featuring complete aircraft nose-to-tail, value-added offerings, including Aircraft & Component Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Services (MRO), Aircraft & Engine Sales and Leasing, Used Serviceable Material (USM) Sales and Parts Exchange, Flight Equipment Asset Management Services, Internally developed aircraft and component modifications (engineered solutions) designed to enhance aircraft performance and operating economics (e.g. AerSale®, AerTrak® and AerAware). 
For more information, visit us at www.aersale.com.

What we Offer:
• Medical Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with Employer Contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Education Reimbursement (related field)
• Employee Referral Program and Recognition Program
• Paid Holidays and 15 Paid Time-Off Days annually

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

1. Engine Asset Management

• Oversee the technical condition and maintenance status of all engines in the leased fleet (including on-wing, spares, and part-out assets).
• Track engine utilization, LLP (Life Limited Parts) status, EGT margins, performance trends, and maintenance forecasting.
• Maintain accurate technical records, AD/SB compliance, and configuration data.

2. Engine Maintenance & Shop Visit Management

• Develop engine shop visit workscopes to maximize value retention and minimize cost.
• Manage MRO selection, contract negotiations, and project oversight during shop visits.
• Review teardown reports, workscope outcomes, and cost variances.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturer instructions (AMM, EMM), lease agreements, and regulatory requirements.

3. Lease Transaction Support

• Support aircraft/engine deliveries, transitions, and redeliveries from a powerplant perspective.
• Review lease return conditions and ensure engine status meets contractual obligations.
• Conduct on-site inspections, borescope reviews, thrust ratings validation, and technical documentation verification.
• Prepare engine technical summaries for remarketing, sales, and acquisitions.

4. Technical & Commercial Analysis

• Evaluate engine maintenance reserves calculations, cashflow projections, LLP consumption, and future shop visit cost modeling.
• Provide engineering input for asset valuations and long-term maintenance strategies.
• Assist commercial teams with pricing, negotiations, and risk assessment on new leases and acquisitions.

5. Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with OEMs (e.g., GE, CFM, Pratt & Whitney, Rolls-Royce), MROs, and airline technical teams.
• Provide technical guidance to internal departments such as Contracts, Commercial, Legal, Finance, and Risk Management.
• Represent the company in technical forums, audits, and OEM advisory meetings.

6. Regulatory & Compliance Oversight

• Ensure compliance with FAA/EASA/ICAO regulations and any country-specific requirements.
• Maintain awareness of ADs, SBs, engine reliability programs, and fleet-wide safety topics.
• Participate in technical investigations as required.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent technical degree).
• 7–12+ years of experience in powerplant engineering, engine maintenance management, or airline/MRO/OEM engine programs.
• Strong knowledge of major engine platforms (e.g., CFM56, LEAP, GE90, GEnx, PW1100G, V2500, Trent series).
• Experience in engine shop visit management, workscope development, and MRO negotiations.
• Familiarity with aircraft leasing structures, maintenance reserves, and lease return conditions.
• Ability to interpret technical documents, MPDs, AMMs, AD/SB requirements, and shop reports.

Preferred

• Experience working for an aircraft leasing company or technical asset management team.
• Professional certifications (AME License, A&P, CPPS, or OEM training).
• Familiarity with digital engine health monitoring systems and predictive analytics.

Key Skills

• Strong technical and analytical ability.
• Understanding of commercial and contractual impacts of engineering decisions.
• Project management and vendor oversight.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to travel frequently for inspections and transitions.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping practices.

Success Indicators

• Engines returned in compliance with lease conditions.
• Reduced shop visit costs and improved workscope efficiency.
• Accurate forecasting and minimized asset downtime.
• Strong airline, OEM, and MRO relationships.
• Positive impact on engine value retention and residuals.

If you would like to see your career take flight, apply today!

Aersale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. As a Government Contractor Aersale takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to disability or veteran status. If you are an Individual with Disability and require any assistance with the application process please contact Human Resources at:  [email protected].