About Wheels Up 

 
Wheels Up is a leading provider of on-demand private aviation and one of the largest companies in the industry. Wheels Up offers a complete global aviation solution with a large and diverse fleet and a global network of safety-vetted charter operators, all backed by an uncompromising commitment to safety and service. Customers can access charter and membership programs, as well as unique commercial travel benefits through a one-of-a-kind, strategic partnership with Delta Air Lines. Wheels Up also offers cargo, safety and security solutions and managed services to individuals, industry, government and civil organizations. 

Wheels Up is guided by the mission to deliver a premium solution for every customer journey. With the Wheels Up mobile app and website, members and customers have the digital convenience to search, book and fly. 

For more information, please visit: wheelsup.com 

Role Overview 

Wheels Up Private Jets is a wholly owned subsidiary of Wheels Up. Its services include Private  
Membership, Aircraft Management, Maintenance, FBO services, Charter Operations, and Aircraft sales. We offer a challenging and rewarding career in an exciting and dynamic industry. This is a chance to join a team which has an incredible depth of knowledge as well as the drive to deliver service excellence to our clients across a wide variety of sectors from the military to ultra -high-net-worth individuals. 

Wheels Up is looking for a world-class Sr Engine Program Analyst in Remote or NYC to join our team of dedicated and passionate professionals, fueled by the most powerful brand in private aviation, as we continue our mission of democratizing the private aviation space through cutting-edge technology and innovative product and service offerings.  

The Sr Engine Program Analyst plays an important role supporting Wheels Up’s Finance and Operations teams by developing Wheels Up’s long-term engine maintenance and fleet strategy. The Senior Analyst Engine Programs prepares and executes strategic cost saving projects involving engine selection, maintenance, leasing, sales and purchases. The role manages repair activities, asset transactions, and program enrollments relating to Engines, Auxiliary Power Units. 

Responsibilities 

• Maintain relationships with key existing and potential future vendors, including engine Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) providers. 
• Develop and manage master fleet list for tracking asset locations and Engine/APU program enrollment. 
• Perform invoice reviews and management of repair agreements to ensure MROs perform at contract-defined levels of service, including processes that speed up shop repairs and minimize "over and above" and “out of scope” costs. 
• Develop long-term integrative engine fleet strategy and lifecycle management, working alongside Wheels Up Finance and Fleet groups to appropriately implement contractual changes resulting from our fleet strategy. 
• Manage engine CapEx and OpEx forecast and partner with Finance on budgeting including maintaining a process to identify, assess, execute and track cost savings initiatives. 
• Gather market intelligence to ensure competitive engine maintenance costs for commercial recommendations on all current and future engine platforms, including the facilitation, preparation and conduct of negotiations on engine maintenance agreements. 
• Prepare financial and operational risk analysis for engine maintenance projects and analyze documentation for commercial transactions involving engine/aircraft sales, retirement, and acquisitions 

Minimum Qualifications 

• High School Diploma or general Education Development (GED) Diploma 
• Three (3) years of aviation experience in aircraft maintenance, material operations, supply chain, or planning 
• Ability to quickly develop a deep knowledge of the marketplace and key competitors 
• Ability to model scenario plans and identify value levers and inventive structures to inform sourcing and negotiation strategy 
• Detail-oriented with a strong analytical and organizational skills  
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects concurrently 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage project communications and stakeholder expectations  
• Currently in possession of a valid Passport with the ability to travel in and out of the United States 
• Office vs. travel (to company and supplier locations) = 80% / 20%. 
• Work environment may include airport locations, aircraft maintenance facilities, aircraft OEM locations and supplier locations 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain or Aviation Discipline  
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license 
• Three (3) year experience in an engine program strategy or procurement role 
• Knowledge of aviation maintenance contracts and different financial and operational structures 
• Knowledge of technical material management 
• Knowledge of aircraft, engines and components repair processes 
• Knowledge of Maintenance costs, budgeting, and trend analysis 
• Experience working with MRO providers 
• Experience managing aircraft component repair processes 
• Knowledge of Maintenance & Engineering database systems (such as CAMP) 
• Knowledge of corporate finance, cost accounting, asset management, and financial forecasting 

What’s In It For You 

At Wheels Up, you will help make the extraordinary possible.  Our culture is rooted in a shared dedication to living our 5x5 Values - Safety, Trust, Accountability, Belonging and Innovation - the core of who we are and what we celebrate.  At Wheels Up, our people are our success. Exploring a career at Wheels Up gives you a chance earn amazing compensation and benefits, helping you and your family have the type of balance you deserve in both your career, and life away from work: 

• Competitive salary 

• 401(k) with generous company contributions up to 6% 

• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, paid personal time, maternity and parental leave 

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability and life benefits 

• Family care assistance through fertility support, surrogacy and adoption assistance, lactation support, and programs that help with loved ones in all stages 

• Total Personal Well-being programs to support physical, emotional, social, and financial health, including access to an employee assistance program offering support for you and anyone in your household, free financial coaching, and extensive resources supporting mental health 

• Career development programs to achieve your long-term career goals 

Salary Range 

The wage range for this position $75,000/Yr. - $94,000/Yr. is determined on a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, such as differences in skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. This wage range has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with where the position may be filled. At Wheels Up, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. Your placement within the wage range is primarily based on your qualifications and experience. 

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. 

What You Will Bring 

• An unwavering commitment to SAFETY 

• The ability to build TRUST through transparency and communication 

• A commitment to achieving results the right way and a willingness to take ACCOUNTABILITY when we do not 

• The knowledge that there is power in bringing people with different points of view and life experiences together and a culture of BELONGING leads to unlimited and unrestricted collaboration 

• A belief that INNOVATION is only possible in an environment where we make things simpler, strive for continuous improvement and understand that great thinking can come from anywhere in our organization 

• A willingness to be curious, constantly asking questions to help promote creative thinking, problem solving and trouble shooting 

• A desire to collaborate and be part of a diverse team and when necessary, lean into and manage conflict effectively 

• A high level of integrity in everything you do 

• A strong commitment to service and a meticulous attention to detail 

• A level of professionalism unmatched in the aviation industry 

Commitment to Equal Opportunity Employment 

Wheels Up is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected category. 

Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this site may request reasonable accommodations by emailing us at hr@wheelsup.com . In order to quickly respond to your request, please use the words "Accommodation Request" as the subject line of your email or as the title.