Director, Powerplant

AIRCASTLE ADVISOR • Stamford, CT

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Aircastle's Technical team as a Director, Powerplant, where you'll play a key role in maximizing the performance, value, and lifecycle of engines and APUs across our aircraft portfolio. This is an opportunity to combine deep technical expertise with strategic analysis while working closely with airlines, MROs, OEMs, and industry partners throughout the Americas. You'll work alongside industry experts, support aircraft and engine transactions throughout the Americas, and play a direct role in protecting and enhancing the value of world-class aviation assets. If you're ready to blend technical excellence with commercial influence, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant technical aviation experience
• Strong understanding of aircraft engines and APUs
• Ability to interpret complex technical data and translate it into actionable business insights
• Familiarity with OEM systems such as MyBoeingFleet, AirbusWorld, GE, Pratt & Whitney, Rolls-Royce, or Honeywell platforms is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively, and maintain exceptional attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with OEM systems such as MyBoeingFleet, AirbusWorld, GE, Pratt & Whitney, Rolls-Royce, or Honeywell platforms
• An aircraft maintenance license, Aeronautical Engineering degree, or a similar technical qualification

Responsibilities

• Lead engine and APU forecasting, shop visit planning, and LLP analysis to support informed asset management decisions.
• Partner with Leasing, Trading, Pricing, and Legal teams to support lease negotiations, aircraft transitions, acquisitions, and sales.
• Maintain engine cost, maintenance, and LLP databases while evaluating the impact of repairs, modifications, service bulletins, and maintenance events on residual values.
• Collaborate with airlines, OEMs, MROs, engine trading companies, and consultants throughout the Americas to solve technical challenges and support strategic initiatives.
• Review work scopes, maintenance activities, documentation, invoices, and compliance records to ensure alignment with lease requirements and industry standards.
• Contribute technical expertise to engine leases, repair programs, aircraft transitions, and powerplant-related projects across the portfolio.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Associate degree