Job Description

Synopsis
Will manage and lead a team of Propulsion Engineers directing them to accomplish required tasks and prioritize work to best support the operation. His team is responsible for providing engineering support to the operation and maintenance of the Etihad engine fleet and ensuring compliance with all mandatory requirements from the OEM, Airworthiness Authorities and Etihad Aircraft Maintenance Program to meet the GCAA CAR M requirement. The team reviews in service technical issues and recommend corrective actions required with the purpose of improving reliability and operational performance of the fleet.
Accountabilities

• Ensure cost effective engineering technical support to the operation and maintenance of the Etihad engine fleet (Trent 700, Trent 500, V2500, CFM56, GE90 and GEnx and GP7200 as applicable)
• Provide program management of outsourced maintenance and engineering activities. Liaise with Engine, APU and component OEMs and maintenance providers.
• Manage the investigation of in service events, delays and technical problems and implement corrective action programs with the aim of improving engine/ APU and related component reliability.
• Manage engine/APU and component modification standards, specifications and implementation.
• Assess engine/ APU and component Service Bulletins, Airworthiness Directives and associated EOs. Maintain compliance to all airworthiness requirements including Part M Continuing Airworthiness.
• Review and approve engine work-scopes with maintenance providers. Manage engine shop visits, lease returns, engine removal plans and spare availability.
• Provide troubleshooting assistance to Maintenance Control Centre (MCC) when required and review of Engine Health Monitoring Reports and alerts to determine required maintenance action
• Assist other departments including Maintenance, Fleet Planning, Warranty, Contracts and Quality with Propulsion related issues. Produce business cases and reports for capital expenditure and modification programs.
• Manage and participate in special projects as required by management and assist with continuous improvement of technical procedures
• Managing engine shop visits on a Time & Material basis.

Education & Experience

• Tertiary qualifications that meet the eligibility requirements for membership as a charted engineer (e.g. Bachelor degree in the field of Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering) Or ICAO Type II AME License holder with Approvals
• Minimum 10 years in service technical support of aircraft engines (at least two of Etihad types)

About Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was formed in 2003 and quickly went on to become one of the world's leading airlines. From its home in Abu Dhabi, Etihad flies to passenger and cargo destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia and North America. Together with Etihad's codeshare partners, Etihad's network offers access to hundreds of international destinations. In recent years, Etihad has received numerous awards for its superior service and products, cargo offering, loyalty programme and more. All this ties into Etihad's ambitious Journey 2030 strategy. The airline plans to double its fleet size and triple the number of customers over the next six years as it sets out to be the airline everyone wants to fly!
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