Fleet Asset Manager (Wilmington)

About the Company

Experienced aviation professional responsible for full lifecycle management of CFM56 powerplant programs — delivering technical, commercial, and reliability oversight to ensure on-time, on-budget engine performance across global MRO networks.

About the Role

Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive oversight of CFM56 powerplant shop visit removals from commercial, reliability, and technical perspectives.

Responsibilities

Ensure all powerplant commodities are inducted into the repair process on schedule and in accordance with reliability initiatives and service bulletin requirements. Audit and validate all financial quotes to confirm expenses align with actual work performed; challenge discrepancies to control costs. Conduct regular audits of customer-owned property and maintain accurate tracking of engine and parts inventories. Forecast and source components to meet budgetary goals and optimize cost efficiency. Coordinate work scopes and maintenance actions between carriers, repair stations, and suppliers. Drive continuous improvement and process optimization through on-site management of U.S. and European MRO contracts. Monitor and report engine repair progress, including estimated return-to-service timelines. Maintain compliance with commercial, contractual, and technical expectations throughout all maintenance activities. Perform additional duties and support cross-functional initiatives as assigned by leadership. Travel as required to domestic and international repair facilities.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications 8+ years of airline, MRO, or leasing company experience with CF6-80C2, CFM56-5B, V2500, RB211-Trent 700, and/or APU programs. Previous experience as a Program Manager, Production Manager, or Powerplant Engineer.

Required Skills

Proven ability to influence operational performance and work behaviors in a short timeframe. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (verbal and written English).

Preferred Skills

Demonstrated ability to manage technical and commercial aspects of multiple concurrent engine programs.