Fleet Performance Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Fleet Performance Engineer to join an established airline engineering operation, taking responsibility for driving aircraft reliability and developing a proactive, data-led approach to preventative and predictive maintenance across an Embraer E190 fleet. Sitting within the Maintenance Control function, this is a highly technical role combining aircraft reliability, data analysis and hands-on engineering knowledge. You'll use aircraft performance and health-monitoring data to identify emerging technical issues before they impact the flying programme, translating your findings into effective maintenance actions. You'll also act as a technical specialist for the E190 fleet, supporting Maintenance Control with complex troubleshooting, repetitive defects and aircraft technical issues when required. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced licensed engineer or Technical Services professional looking to move further into fleet performance, reliability and predictive maintenance while remaining closely connected to live airline operations.

Responsibilities

Monitor aircraft performance and reliability data to identify emerging trends, repetitive defects and opportunities for preventative maintenance; Use multiple aircraft and engineering data sources to identify maintenance interventions outside of the scheduled maintenance programme that can improve fleet reliability and availability; Develop and issue Engineering Technical Requirements, work instructions and other technical instructions to Line and Base Maintenance teams; Identify and address repetitive, latent and active aircraft defects before they impact scheduled operations; Drive improvements in Technical Dispatch Reliability, supporting the achievement of operational and fleet reliability targets; Develop, maintain and present fleet performance, reliability and operational reports to demonstrate trends and the effectiveness of engineering interventions; Lead and support the development of predictive maintenance techniques across the E190 fleet; Act as a technical specialist for the fleet, providing guidance on complex troubleshooting and repetitive aircraft defects; Provide technical support to the Maintenance Control team and, where required, assist with ad-hoc operational cover; Work closely with Safety and Flight Operations teams to review flight-data conditional events; Interpret relevant flight data and determine appropriate engineering investigation or follow-up actions; Work collaboratively with Line Maintenance, Base Maintenance, Maintenance Control, Technical Services and other operational stakeholders to improve aircraft availability and performance

Requirements

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex engineering and aircraft performance data; Sound technical judgement and the confidence to make decisions based on engineering evidence; The ability to identify trends and translate data into practical maintenance actions; Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical information clearly to different audiences; The ability to build effective relationships across Engineering, Maintenance Control and operational teams; Strong influencing skills and the confidence to challenge constructively when required; The ability to work under pressure and deliver against demanding operational and reliability targets; IT Skills (Advanced Excel and preferably some coding/SQL/data analytics and aircraft health monitoring Applications); Flexibility to travel to engineering locations within the UK and Europe when required; Ability to obtain and maintain the appropriate airport airside security clearance/pass; UK CAA Part-66 B1/B2 Aircraft Maintenance Licence or an equivalent relevant engineering technical qualification; Strong practical understanding of aircraft maintenance, technical support and continuing airworthiness; Experience within an aircraft Technical Services, Technical Support, Reliability, Fleet Engineering or similar engineering function; Working knowledge of UK CAA/EASA Part-CAMO, Part-M and Part-145 requirements; Good understanding of aircraft certification, maintenance and continuing airworthiness requirements; Good understanding of the airline operational, regulatory and engineering environment

Nice to have

Embraer E190 type rating and/or significant technical experience with the Embraer E-Jet family; Previous experience within an airline Technical Services or Fleet Engineering environment; Experience in aircraft reliability, performance monitoring or predictive maintenance; Experience using aircraft health-monitoring or prognostic systems; Experience manipulating and analysing engineering datasets using advanced Excel, SQL, coding or other data-analysis tools

Benefits

Eligibility for a non-contractual discretionary incentive award; Excellent staff travel benefits from the day you join; Standby and discounted flight opportunities for you, friends and family; Access to a range of employee benefits and reward schemes