Breeze is hiring- join us!

Breeze’s Powerplant Engineer is responsible for engineering activity related to aircraft APU, engine, engine systems, and related components on the Airbus and Embraer aircraft and is the primary engineering contact for issues related to engines and APU. Powerplant Engineering supports the company’s aircraft fleet by maintaining airworthiness and regulatory compliance as required by the FAA. This position requires experience with aircraft, large commercial gas turbine engines, federal regulations, development of modifications and repairs, project planning, and project management. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, engine and APU configuration management; certification approvals; airworthiness directives; data analysis; project development and implementation; oversight of engine, APU, and component reliability solutions; and engine and APU repair and overhaul. 

Here's what you'll do

• Manage all aspects of the engine and APU maintenance and reliability programs
• Create and manage Engine Health Monitoring (EHM) system to proactively maintain engine heath and prevent engine and component failure
• Monitor engine in-flight performance data and recommend actions to correct abnormal trends
• Provide and coordinate troubleshooting to resolve chronic APU and engine-related discrepancies using Trouble Shooting Manual (TSM) procedures or consulting with the manufacturer for further assistance
• Work in conjunction with Maintenance Control and Maintenance to minimize aircraft out-of-service time and Deferred Maintenance Items (DMI’s)/MEL items
• Support requests for technical assistance from all company departments
• Evaluate and prioritize requests, communicate with all applicable department, and execute on plans
• Develop technical data required for modifications, repairs, and troubleshooting of APU, engines, engine and APU systems, and related components
• Obtain regulatory approval for modifications and repairs performed on APU, engines, engine systems, and components
• Manage the engine Flight Hour Agreements (FHA)
• Plan and monitor APU and engine shop visits
• Create and manage engine overhaul cost and workscope
• Identify spare engine requirements to support operations, contract, and maintenance requirements
• Review engine packages to ensure work being accomplished is equal to work being requested and paid for, and verify material sources, repair-buy decisions, LLP configuration, and other cost drivers are appropriate and beneficial to the program
• Review and take action in response to Airworthiness Directives (AD) to ensure compliance with FAA, ANAC, and other regulatory agency requirements and guidance
• Review Service Bulletins, Service Letters, modifications, and other engineering technical documents for applicability, systems reliability, and economical benefits
• Create engine maintenance standards, build specifications for engines, engine systems, and components
• Develop repair plans and program changes using engine and APU performance data or reliability data and metrics
• Prepare engineering documents such as Engineering Orders (EO) to provide technical dispositions for repairs, modifications, inspections, or other maintenance actions on aircraft engines, engine systems, and components, which provide benefits in accordance with Breeze objectives
• Participate in budget and fiscal policy-setting discussions for engine and APU operation and maintenance
• Represent engineering and engine maintenance at all internal and industry meetings
• Other duties as assigned to assist Breeze in achieving its operational goals and objectives
• Achieve performance measures and adhere to established standards in conjunction with Breeze Aviation Group Values of Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity, and Excellence

Here's what you'll need to be successful

Minimum Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or other related technical field, or FAA Airframe & Powerplant License with 5+ years of experience in airline power-plant engineering
• 5+ years of engineering experience relating to engine, APU, engine systems, and related components
• Fluent in engine data monitoring, analysis, and reporting
• 5+ years of experience in technical report writing skills to prepare test plans, test results, Engine Health Monitoring Program, troubleshooting of aircraft engines, engine systems analysis, and regulatory compliance reports
• 5+ years of experience working in Part 121 and/or 135 airline environment – Technical Services / Engineering department or comparable maintenance and overhaul experience
• Knowledge of powerplant engine systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant license
• FAA DER designation
• In-depth knowledge of the CF34-10E engine, components, performance characteristics, and engine maintenance program
• OEM engine training

Skills/Talents

• Familiar with and have general understanding of Engine and APU maintenance and repair/overhaul programs, Time Controlled Parts, Reliability Programs, FARs, Manufacturers Documentation to include but not limited to Maintenance Manuals, IPCs, Trouble Shooting Manuals, Wiring Diagrams, Aircraft Drawings and CMMs, SBs, STCs, ADs
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to communicate to leadership
• Must be able to handle high-stress situations
• Able to manage and coordinate several tasks and projects simultaneously
• Ability to work with individuals and teams at all levels in the organization

Perks of the Job

• Health, Vision and Dental
• Health Savings Account with Breeze Employee Match
• 401K with Breeze Employee Match
• PTO
• Travel on Breeze and other Airlines too!

***$100k + Starting Pay***

***$15,000 Cash Bonus available***

• $5,000 after six months
• $5,000 after twelve months
• $5,000 after eighteen months

***$2500 Relocation Assistance if Needed***

Breeze is hiring- join us!

Under the general direction of the Maintenance Operations Control Manager, the Maintenance Controller is responsible for the daily coordination with Flight Operations and Maintenance as required to support accomplishment of the flight schedule. This position will work at Breeze Headquarters in Cottonwood Heights, Utah. 

Here’s what you’ll do

• Alert down-line and other out-stations to secure emergency maintenance that will cover unforeseen maintenance problems and ensure the proper arrangements are made for timely repairs
• Monitor aircraft maintenance operations and provide technical assistance to ensure all repairs are completed in accordance with Company and CFRs and maintain safety and on-time operation of flight operations
• Maintain continuous liaison with IOCC, providing current and continuing reports of the general mechanical status of the entire fleet and coordinating maintenance requirements during irregular operations to minimize extra costs and disruptions
• Ensure all inoperative systems are operated and maintained in accordance with the MEL, Configuration Deviation List (CDL) or other Company approved deferrals, and take necessary measures to correct these items
• Ensure of the timely repair of all aircraft with a repetitive history, soliciting or requesting any additional technical information necessary, and directing actions to be taken to minimize cost and unnecessary part replacement
• Coordinate as necessary with other Maintenance areas to ensure availability of required components, parts, and/or troubleshooting expertise to expedite maintenance and repair of aircraft at maintenance base or at down-line stations
• Coordinate Ferry Flights or Functional Check Flights with all concerned departments
• Notify appropriate management Team Members in the event of an incident or accident, in accordance with instructions in the ERM
• Notify the DOM of any situation or practice not within Maintenance Manual requirements that could compromise safety or add unnecessary costs to the Maintenance department
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Achieve performance measures and adhere to established standards in conjunction with Breeze Aviation Group Values of Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity, and Excellence

Here’s what you need to be successful

Minimum Qualifications

• Must hold a current, valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P) with no history of infractions and recent A&P experience on turbine powered aircraft
• 5+ years of Line Maintenance experience
• Must be able to read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals and specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components
• Must have authorization to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be flexible and willing to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime if needed
• Must be willing to work with other departments within the company as needed
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
• Self-starter must have a positive attitude and strong desire for success
• Must pass a DOT pre-employment drug test
• Must pass a TSA required fingerprint-based criminal history records check and a Breeze background check
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Preferred Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Aerospace, Aviation Maintenance, or Business
• 2+ years of Maintenance Control experience
• Factory or equivalent training on Embraer 190 or Airbus 220

Skills/Talents

• Exemplifies Breeze’s safety culture, values, and mission
• Skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written
• Must be able to handle high-stress situations
• Well-developed people skills with the ability to work with fellow Team Members with a variety of personalities
• Ability to multi-task easily
• Must be fluent in English

Perks of the Job

• Health, Vision and Dental
• Health Savings Account with Breeze Employee Match
• 401K with Breeze Employee Match
• PTO
• Travel on Breeze and other Airlines too!