Powerplant Technical Engineer

Purpose of the role

The Powerplant Technical Engineer supports the Senior Powerplant Manager in ensuring the safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness of Wizz Air's fleet of engines and APUs. This includes maintenance planning, shop visit coordination, condition monitoring, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. 

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Powerplant Manager in managing the safety, reliability, technical performance, and cost of ownership of engines and APUs 
• Follow up on powerplant/APU maintenance requirements (e.g., AD, SB, LLPs) and configuration control 
• Develop, revise, and follow up on the Powerplant/APU Maintenance Plan 
• Prepare, coordinate, and negotiate shop visit work scopes for powerplants and APUs 
• Plan and coordinate shop visits with maintenance planning 
• Review spare engine requirements for the engine removal program and ensure suitable engine provision 
• Participate in powerplant/APU-related tenders and negotiations 
• Collaborate with OEMs, repair shops, HME, MOC, Maintenance Planners, Technical Supply, and other departments 
• Manage and administer maintenance reserves and warranty claims 
• Publish relevant information for OEMs, shops, lessors, and third parties 
• Develop, monitor, and revise the Powerplant/APU Reliability Program, including data collection 
• Monitor and report on powerplant condition 
• Provide support for troubleshooting and engine replacement 
• Maintain proper technical record-keeping and administration (e.g., AD/SB statuses) 
• Oversee powerplant/APU repairs during shop visits 
• Ensure data integrity in internal and third-party reports 
• Correct discrepancies identified through quality audits 
• Ensure compliance with end-of-lease conditions for engines/APUs 
• Follow applicable Safety Management System requirements 

Experience

• 3-5+ years of overall experience 
• 2+ years of experience in effective supplier management and hands-on aircraft/engine/product experience (desirable) 

Hard skills

• Recognized Aircraft Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent industry experience 
• Degree in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent 
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and technical decision-making skills 
• Project management expertise 
• Commercial awareness 
• AMOS working experience 

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent 

Language

Fluent English (both writtehn and spoken) 

Skills and competencies

• Strong team player with high emotional intelligence 
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment 
• Effective verbal and written communication skills 
• Highly self-motivated and proactive in adapting to a changing environment 
• Computer and IT literacy