Senior Powerplant Manager

AERVIVA, a Dubai based international consultancy specializing in aviation recruitment and document management, is supporting a leading European airline in the recruitment of an experienced Senior Powerplant Manager for a growing fleet based in Budapest.

Core Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an airline Powerplant Engineer

• Strong hands-on experience in on-wing engine troubleshooting

• Proven experience managing off-wing engine shop visits

• Experience with IAE V2500 and PW1100 (GTF) engines

• Experience with APU 131-9[A] preferred

• Solid knowledge of engine and APU maintenance contracts and commercial structures

• Experience handling ADs, SBs, LLPs, AMP compliance, and configuration control

• Exposure to aircraft and engine contracts, including end-of-lease processes

• Proven people management and leadership experience

• University degree in a relevant technical field (minimum BSc)

• Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Powerplant team and support their professional development

• Act as the Powerplant focal point for the leadership team

• Develop and implement strategies to optimize fleet performance and overall cost of ownership

• Maintain strong working relationships with internal departments including MCC, Planning, HME, Technical Supply, Finance, and Fleet Acquisition

• Manage relationships with OEMs and other contractual partners

• Provide technical oversight and support for engine and APU on-wing troubleshooting

• Coordinate and manage engine and APU shop visits, including work scope approval and commercial alignment

• Monitor engine and APU health, reliability trends, and long-term maintenance planning

• Support Finance with engine and APU cost forecasting and maintenance reserve management

• Contribute to aircraft and engine sale/leaseback and end-of-lease processes

• Participate in powerplant and APU tenders and commercial negotiations

What is Offered:

• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus scheme

• Unlimited significantly discounted and confirmed standby travel across the airline network

• Relocation support (if applicable)

• Life insurance coverage

• AYCM sport pass eligibility

• Exposure to C-suite management and strategic decision-making

• Fast-track career progression with internal mobility opportunities

• Structured training and development through Airline Academy and bespoke programs

• International, multicultural working environment with highly driven teams