Job SummaryKalitta Charters II is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Engine Manager to oversee the technical, operational, compliance, and financial performance of the CFM56-3 engine fleet. This role is responsible for engine health monitoring, performance analysis, maintenance planning, shop visit coordination, life-limited parts management, and materials support. The ideal candidate will bring strong aviation maintenance expertise, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to improving engine reliability, operational readiness, and cost performance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Engine Health Monitoring and Performance- Monitor engine performance trends, evaluate reliability data, and identify abnormal operating conditions.
- Diagnose engine conditions requiring maintenance action and coordinate timely corrective measures.
- Maintain reliability metrics and partner with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to support safe and dependable fleet performance.
Fleet Management- Maintain engine technical status, EGT margins, configuration records, and compliance tracking.
- Develop short- and long-term engine allocation, rotation, and removal strategies to optimize fleet availability and life-cycle value.
Engine Shop Visit Management- Define shop visit work scopes based on engine condition, reliability data, maintenance history, and operational requirements.
- Manage vendor communication, teardown reviews, cost estimates, turn-time performance, and return-to-service planning.
Life-Limited Parts Management- Track life-limited parts cycles, forecast replacement requirements, and optimize parts utilization and stacking strategies.
- Generate and monitor engine removal forecasts to support maintenance planning, budget accuracy, and fleet optimization.
Materials and Asset Management- Manage spare engine parts, QEC kits, and related material forecasting to support operational readiness.
- Coordinate sourcing, pricing, repair options, and availability with procurement and approved vendors.
- Develop and maintain budgets for materials allocation, maintenance events, and shop visit planning.
Compliance and Documentation- Maintain accurate engine records and tracking systems in accordance with applicable FAA requirements, company policies, and regulatory standards.
- Prepare reporting packets, performance summaries, budget updates, and technical recommendations for leadership review.
Key Performance Indicators - Time-on-wing improvement and reduction of unscheduled removals.
- Engine EGT margin retention across fleet.
- Shop visit cost control vs. forecast.
- LLP usage optimization and cycle waste reduction.
- Engine availability and dispatch reliability metrics.
Benefits - Employer Provided:
- Short Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Basic Life Insurance
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Travel Assistance Program
- Fidelity 401K with match
- Additional Employee Elective:
- BCBS - Medical 500 PPO and 1000 PPO options
- Dental PPO
- Prescription
- EyeMed - Vision
- Flexible Spending Account - Medical and Dependent Care
- Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Child
- Accident and Critical Illness Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Child
- Hospital Indemnity for Employee, Spouse, and Child
- Met Law Coverage
- Nationwide Voluntary Pet Insurance
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications - Five or more years of experience working with CFM56-3 or comparable turbofan engines.
- Strong understanding of engine performance analysis, reliability engineering, and maintenance planning principles.
- Experience coordinating engine shop visits, vendor communication, teardown reviews, and return-to-service planning.
- Experience with life-limited parts tracking, cycle forecasting, and engine records management.
- Working knowledge of applicable FAA requirements, including Part 121 and/or Part 145 maintenance environments.
- Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Schedule and Travel Expectations - Standard Monday-Friday schedule, with flexibility required to support operational needs.
- Occasional travel to engine shops, maintenance locations, or vendor facilities, estimated at less than 25%.
- Participation in on-call support for engine-related aircraft-on-ground or technical issues, as business needs require.
Preferred Qualifications - Airframe and Powerplant certificate, engineering degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Experience in cargo aviation, airline maintenance, engine programs, or similar high-reliability aviation operations.
- Familiarity with maintenance tracking systems, trend monitoring tools, and technical records platforms.
Additional Requirements - Valid, unrestricted driver's license.
- Airframe and Powerplant certificate, if required for the role or assigned duties.
- Valid U.S. passport, if required for business travel.
