Responsibilities
The Powerplant Engineer provides overall support for the Spirit fleet of engines and APUs to ensure engines are operating in a safe, efficient, reliable, and compliant manner. The Powerplant Engineer is the SME (subject matter expert) for the IAE V2500 and PW1100G Engines used on Spirit’s A320 FAMILY CEO & NEO fleets. The engineer ensures compliance with FAA, DOT, OSHA and EPA regulations and Spirit procedures related to assigned equipment, and provides oversight, support, and technical direction for engine maintenance and operation with departments such as Line Maintenance, Records, Reliability and Maintenance program.
- Create engine removal forecast (engine rank list).
- Review engine and APU work scopes prior to induction into the shop and ensure work was accomplished in accordance with the work scope prior to engine return to service.
- Develop engine maintenance programs such as Engine washes to optimize the on-wing life of the engine.
- Provides oversight and technical direction for assigned equipment.
- Responsibilities including engine level work scope, Reliability Program and Maintenance Programs support.
- Responsible for development of technical recommendations/justifications for corrective action plans due to Reliability Program requirements and various FAA/QA/CAS audit findings.
- Write projects for SB and AD compliance.
- Monitor engine and APU ADs.
- Practices safety-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.
- Domestic & International travel under 10 of time.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Access) and AutoCAD (or similar CAD software).
- Ability and willingness to work beyond the normal 40 hours per week, including nights, weekends and holidays.
- Must be able to travel at any time to offsite locations and work outside in any weather conditions.
- May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate (e.g., emergencies change in workload, rush jobs or technical developments).
Qualifications
- Bachelor degree in aerospace/aeronautical or mechanical engineering.
- 1-3 years of experience as a Powerplant Engineer
- Able to read and interpret technical drawings and related information.
- Capable of conducting basic financial analysis to determine cost/benefit relationships.
- Ability to effectively generate detailed engineering documents.
- Ability to interpret analytical reports, FARs, ADs and other engineering documents/drawings.
- Provides communication to Tech Ops leadership for significant issues on assigned equipment/responsibilities.
- Support the development of the engine maintenance budget (removal forecast) for Spirit engines and performing cost analysis to address budgetary issues.
- Support the development of costing data, engine removal forecasts, and other technical aspects of the contracts as required.
Overview
At Spirit, we live “More Fly.” It’s not just about getting from point A to B—it’s about feeling fly while you’re at it. For our Team Members, it means thinking BIG, taking action, making connections, and having a blast while doing it. From the station to the cockpit, the cabin to the computer, every day is an adventure as we redefine travel.
Soar with us and enjoy travel perks that bring you closer to what matters. Join a team that empowers you to bring your full self to work, grow personally and professionally, and fuel the communities we serve. At Spirit Airlines, the sky isn’t the limit—it’s just the beginning!
EEOC Statement
Spirit Airlines is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
