Onsite Senior Manager, Fleet Engineering

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About the role

  • Senior Manager, Fleet Engineering at JetBlue leading engineering teams across aircraft systems. Ensuring compliance, innovation, and strategic initiatives within the Engineering organization.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee all ATA and other Engineering Managers and their respective teams across aircraft systems, structures, powerplant, and avionics disciplines
  • Ensure technical excellence, Aircraft On Ground (AOG) support, regulatory compliance, and innovation within JetBlue’s Engineering organization
  • Drive multifunctional collaboration, develop strategic initiatives aligned with company goals, and ensure consistent execution of engineering programs across ATA groups
  • Provide strategic direction, oversight, and leadership to all ATA Engineering Managers and their teams
  • Develop and implement department goals, metrics, and roadmaps that align with JetBlue’s long-term reliability and fleet performance objectives
  • Ensure engineering projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget while meeting airworthiness and regulatory requirements
  • Drive standardization and harmonization of technical processes, documentation, and methods across ATA teams
  • Collaborate closely with Fleet Programs, Reliability, Maintenance Planning, Flight Ops, System Operation Center (SOC) and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to proactively address fleet issues and implement corrective actions
  • Lead technical governance, ensuring all engineering analyses, modifications, and repairs meet internal and regulatory standards
  • Oversee the substantiation, approval, and certification of repairs and modifications in collaboration with Principal Engineers and Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs)
  • Oversee the liaison engineering group and 24/7 coverage of repairs in collaboration with other Engineering Managers
  • Champion continuous improvement through data-driven decision making and adoption of emerging technologies
  • Mentor and develop Engineering Managers, building leadership capability, engagement, and accountability across the organization
  • Partner with Materials Planning to ensure timely requisitioning, allocation, and replenishment of parts tied to engineering changes
  • Represent Engineering leadership in regulatory, industry, and cross-functional forums
  • Support safety initiatives by fostering a proactive Safety Management System (SMS) culture and ensuring compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or Systems Engineering, or other relevant technical discipline
  • Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in airline engineering
  • Three (3) years in a leadership capacity managing crewmembers
  • Demonstrated expertise in aircraft maintenance operations across multiple ATA disciplines
  • Proven record of leading cross-functional initiatives that improved reliability, safety, and operational efficiency
  • Strong knowledge of Regulations, OEM technical documentation, and industry best practices
  • Experience with budget planning, resource management, and program execution
  • Excellent communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
  • Available for overnight travel (up to 40%)
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug test
  • Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
  • Authorization to work in the US is required

Benefits

  • Performance bonuses
  • Restricted stock units
  • Access to healthcare benefits
  • 401(k) plan and company match
  • Crewmember stock purchase plan
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Basic life insurance
  • Free space available travel on JetBlue

Job title

Senior Manager, Fleet Engineering

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

$110,000 - $170,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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