Managing Director - Engine Maintenance Management

The Managing Director – Engine Maintenance Management is responsible for the oversight of spare engine/APU fleets and their maintenance, which is performed by both external suppliers and our in-house maintenance facilities. This role provides leadership oversight for all functions associated with engine/APU maintenance and spare engine/APU asset management. This leader develops our supplier strategy and leads the development of a robust supplier management and supplier readiness program, to ensure best-in-class operational performance to meet short-term to long-term United’s demand. This leader is also responsible for all aspects of the operation of the in-house San Francisco Engine Overhaul and Repair facility. This individual is tasked with ensuring the highest levels of safety, operational performance and regulatory compliance while maintaining a strong focus on product and process improvement, cost control, productivity, and team building. This is a global role that requires interacting and partnering with top aviation suppliers and OEMs from across the globe.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or 15 years of equivalent experience (Mechanical Engineering, Power Plan Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Aviation, Technical or related discipline)
• 10+ years of experience in aircraft/aerospace engineering, aircraft engine program management or aircraft maintenance
• 5+ years of Supply Chain, supplier/vendor management or related experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (storytelling, written and verbal)
• Able to build trust and relationships at all levels of an organization.
• Experience presenting to senior leadership teams.
• Proven ability to analyze data and interpret data
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.
• Successful completion of interviews required to meet job qualification.
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree
• PMP certification, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or A&P License
• 5+ years of engine supplier/vendor management is a plus.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of generative AI tools and effectively leverages them to support research, analysis, content creation, and problem-solving. Apply critical thinking to validate AI-generated outputs while adhering to organizational policies for responsible AI use, data privacy, and security.