Head of Powerplant Engineering

Position Details

• Zurich
• Work experience
• Technical occupations (other)
• Fulltime
• Code: 9160

We are a world leading Engine MRO service provider, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, with over 90 years of operational experience. Our unwavering dedication to innovation, excellence and environmental responsibility propels us forward on our journey to becoming the leading, most customer‑centric, and sustainable Engine focused MRO worldwide.

Working with an extensive network of partners and business development offices in Europe, the USA, Asia and the Middle East, we offer comprehensive, fully customized solutions for the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul of aircraft engines, airframes and components sales business including impeccable technical support to over 500 customers worldwide. Our mission:
We safely power your flight.

As a Head of Powerplant Engineering you will lead a team of 18 engineers and oversee all technical aspects of engine shop visits and part refurbishment. You will be responsible for setting technical standards, implementing innovative procedures, and fostering a high‑performance, customer‑centric culture. A key part of your role will be to closely liaise with our Engineering team in Belgrade, Serbia.

• Lead and develop a high‑performing team of Powerplant Engineers, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Assess and incorporate OEM technical data for CFM
  56 and PW4000 engines into work procedures to achieve product improvements in terms of safety, quality, delivery and costs
• Promote positive safety and quality culture by ensuring that relevant policies and standards are communicated, implemented, and maintained across the organization, in accordance with the requirements and boundaries of EASA Part 145
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Shop Floor Operations ensuring technical assistance, other Engineering functions from Zurich to Belgrade, Product Development, and other internal stakeholders, all while ensuring efficient and accurate modification management and seamless integration of technical documentation
• Lead root cause investigations and issue technical reports for damage events and reliability concerns
• Closely interact with engine manufacturers to improve reliability and repairability of engine parts and components; drive performance through structured KPI tracking, target setting and regular reviews

• Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field
• Strong technical understanding of engine maintenance and repair processes
• Proven leadership experience
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; fluent in English (C1)
• High safety, quality, and cost awareness
• Proactive, adaptable, and results‑driven with the ability to energize teams

We offer an attractive position in a global and dynamic company. Through competitive employment conditions, you will have the opportunity to develop both professionally and personally. Our benefits system is created with our people’s best interest in mind and designed to aid in everyday life and situations. Take a look at them on our website by clicking below:

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Please note that due to Swiss immigration regulations, we currently only consider applicants holding an EU passport, Swiss passport or a Swiss working permit.

• Magdalena Milenic
• Talent Acquisition Specialist