Powerplant Technical Engineer

Job description

Wizz Air is a leading European low-cost airline. Our mission is to provide affordable and reliable air travel to everyone, everywhere, while minimizing our environmental impact. We are proud to foster a diverse and inclusive team of over 8,000 employees from more than 110 nationalities, who share our values of inclusivity, positivity, dedication, integrity, and sustainability. As a rapidly expanding airline, we offer exciting career opportunities across a range of functions, from flight operations to engineering, customer experience, finance, and more. We provide extensive training and development opportunities to help our employees grow and succeed in their roles. Joining Wizz Air means joining a team that is passionate about aviation, dedicated to excellence, and committed to making air travel accessible and sustainable for all. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the aviation industry, we welcome you to explore our job opportunities and become a part of our success story. Powerplant Technical Engineer Based in Budapest 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 When applying, please only provide valid information regarding your educational background and certificates, as the original documents will be requested during the hiring process. We look forward to meeting you and learning more about your skills and experience. Join the Wizz Air team and discover the world of opportunities.