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Powerplant Engineer

We are hiring a Powerplant Engineer to join our Airline Technical Support Services Department. This role is responsible for managing powerplant activities for CAE airline clients, including engine phase‑in and phase‑out, engine condition monitoring, and shop visit forecasting. The successful candidate will provide technical support to airline clients and internal stakeholders, reporting to the Powerplant Specialist based in Madrid.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing technical support for engine deliveries, redeliveries, Base Maintenance and Line Maintenance to CAE airline clients and internally to the Fleet Technical Management department
Managing and executing projects assigned by the Powerplant Specialist
Liaising with OEMs including CFM, IAE, Pratt & Whitney, Boeing, Airbus, Honeywell and other suppliers to resolve technical issues
Performing engine health monitoring, performance analysis and technical overviews in coordination with OEMs
Reviewing and implementing Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins and other applicable technical documentation
Identifying and implementing solutions to powerplant reliability issues in collaboration with client Reliability departments and OEMs
Preparing and delivering technical reports and presentations
Liaising with clients to report on services provided by CAE and ensuring appropriate follow‑up
Coordinating and monitoring engine and APU maintenance visits with MROs and asset owners/lessors, including technical and commercial aspects such as invoice reviews and claims
Contributing to client reliability reviews for powerplant‑related technical issues and associated components

Minimum Qualifications

Vocational or technical education in a relevant discipline
One of the following:
- EASA Part 66 maintenance license, or
- 2–3 years’ experience in an airworthiness, CAMO, or fleet management role within an airline or MRO environment, with a focus on powerplant/engines
English language proficiency at working level

Preferred Qualifications

Technical knowledge of V2500 and/or PW1100G / CFM56 engines
Understanding of EASA Part M, Part CAMO and Part 145 regulations
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience writing or reviewing technical instructions
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Proven organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Willingness to travel when required
Flexible approach to work

Benefits

We’ve designed flexible policies to promote well‑being and growth, based on role‑specific eligibility and requirements:

Permanent position
Monday to Friday working pattern
Hybrid working model (remote work may be possible)
Bonus scheme
Health insurance
Pension scheme

About us

At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying software-based simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, cabin crew, airlines, defence and security forces and healthcare practitioners to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight, mission and medical simulators and training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter

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About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position Type

Regular

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