Senior Manager, Power Plant Engineering, Aviation - in BC

# Senior Manager, Power Plant Engineering, Aviation - in BC!

MTU Maintenance Canada Full Time senior

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MTU Maintenance Canada is hiring a Senior Manager, Power Plant Engineering, Aviation - in BC!. This is a full-time role in CA. posted yesterday. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.## Resume Keywords to Include Make sure these keywords appear in your resume to improve ATS scoring

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Job Description
* An exciting opportunity to use your experience in the world of aviation
* Join a supportive organization awarded one of BC’s Top Employers
* Enjoy a competitive salary of $120k-$140k, dependent on skills and experience, along with a wide host of benefits

About MTU Maintenance Canada

MTU Maintenance Canada is the North American member of the MTU Maintenance network of companies, the largest independent provider of commercial engine maintenance services worldwide. We operate from Boundary Bay airport, where we repair and overhaul engines and accessories, as well as from Vancouver International airport, where we perform engine tests.

For more information, please visit our website:  the Opportunity We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager, Power Plant Engineering to join our team in Delta, BC on a permanent, full-time basis.

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, the Senior Manager is responsible for leading the power plant engineering function, overseeing engine maintenance programs, and ensuring technical standards, operational performance, and continuous improvement initiatives align with customer requirements and corporate objectives. This role is accountable for departmental leadership, engineering strategy, technical support, and budget performance while driving engine reliability, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

More specifically, your main duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
* Managing and coordinating the daily activities of the power plant engineering department to achieve operational and strategic objectives
* Leading recruitment, performance management, succession planning, and employee development initiatives for the engineering team
* Establishing and amending engine maintenance workscopes based on customer requirements and engine history
* Investigating in-service engine discrepancies and recommending corrective maintenance actions
* Liaising with engine manufacturers and customers to resolve technical issues and implement effective solutions
* Coordinating technical and procedural standards for engine testing, repair, and overhaul operations
* Developing, reviewing, and approving technical documentation, including technical orders, MRBs, and deviation handling processes
* Providing technical support to engine maintenance, repair, overhaul, testing, and engine trend monitoring activities
* Managing SB/AD baselines and supporting engine management programs to maximize reliability and on-wing life
* Driving continuous improvement and lean management initiatives while monitoring departmental KPIs and performance metrics
* Collaborating cross-functionally with internal departments to streamline engineering support during shop visits and operational activities
* Participating in global functional groups and continuous improvement networks to leverage best practices and operational synergies

More About You To qualify, you will need a Master of Engineering Degree with 5+ years of leadership experience and 5+ years of engineering experience within the aviation industry, or a Bachelor of Engineering Degree (B.Eng.) with 5+ years of leadership experience and 8+ years of engineering experience within the aviation industry. A minimum of 5 years of experience leading continuous improvement and lean management initiatives will also be essential.

Additionally, the following would be strong assets for this position:
* Advanced knowledge of aviation engineering standards, engine management, and maintenance…