MTU Maintenance Fort Worthis part of the worlds largest independent jet engine MRO company based in Germany providing aftermarket and OEM-licensed engine maintenance services worldwide. As a part of MTU Aero Engines with over 80 years of experience in the design development and production of jet engine components modules and engines; MTU Maintenance is a global network of over 4000 employees with over 35 years of experience in the MRO market.

MTU provides maintenance from targeted hospital visits to complete overhauls on over 30 commercial aero engine and industrial gas turbine lines and has completed more than 18000 shop visits for over 1400 customers worldwide. Within this Global network MTU Maintenance Dallas provides hospital shop and on-site maintenance services.

Facilities & CIR Project Manager

The Facilities & CIR Project Manager is responsible for leading facilities-related projects and establishing operational readiness for the Cleaning Inspection & Repair (CIR) area within an aircraft engine MRO environment. This role supports MTU Maintenances ramp-up at the Alliance Fort Worth facility managing construction renovations new capability development equipment installation and process setup for the CIR shop. The position requires strong collaboration with internal stakeholders engineering quality production OEMs contractors architects and vendors to ensure all projects and processes meet regulatory safety quality and performance requirements.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Facilities & Construction Project Management

• Lead manage and deliver facility construction renovation relocation and capital improvement projects from initiation through completion
• Develop detailed project scopes budgets schedules and objectives.
• Coordinate with architects engineers contractors and consultants to ensure project alignment and technical accuracy.
• Prepare and manage SOWs RFQs URSs bid packages and vendor onboarding.
• Oversee construction and installation work to ensure adherence to specifications quality requirements and building codes.
• Manage project risks develop mitigation plans and maintain comprehensive project documentation and reporting.
• Conduct regular project meetings track progress resolve issues and communicate updates to senior leadership.
• Support space planning facility optimization and the development of preventative maintenance systems.

CIR Capability Development & Operations

• Support the planning design and implementation of a new Cleaning Inspection & Repair (CIR) capability for engine MRO operations.
• Define establish and validate cleaning inspection and repair processes in accordance with OEM FAA EASA and internal standards.
• Specify procure and manage installation of CIR equipment such as chemical cleaning lines ultrasonic systems and washing equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering quality and production to ensure seamless workflow integration and shop readiness.
• Develop and maintain process documentation SOPs work instructions and technical training materials.
• Define performance metrics (safety cost TAT quality) and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure robust compliance in environmental chemical and waste management operations in partnership with suppliers and regulatory agencies.
• Support internal audits customer audits and regulatory inspections.
• Provide technical leadership mentorship and training support to CIR personnel.

Financial & Vendor Management

• Manage project and operational budgets forecasts and capital investment planning.
• Create purchase orders track spending and ensure vendor performance meets contractual and operational expectations.
• Work closely with suppliers equipment manufacturers and service providers to optimize cost sustainability and equipment performance.

Cross-Functional & PMO Support

• Support PMO efforts related to concept development planning processes and long-term facility strategy.
• Ensure strong communication documentation and alignment across all internal stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of accountability teamwork safety and continuous improvement across facilities and CIR operations.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Bachelors degree in engineering facilities management operations or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in operations manufacturing facilities project management or related technical leadership.
• Experience in complex construction industrial build-out or manufacturing facility projects.
• Background in aerospace MRO or regulated manufacturing environments preferred.
• Knowledge of CIR-related processes (cleaning NDT inspection chemical systems) is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of construction workflows industrial equipment installation and project budgeting.
• Proficiency with project management tools and software.
• PMP or relevant project management certification preferred.
• Working knowledge of CAD and Building Information Modeling (BIM) systems.
• Excellent communication leadership and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions:

• Combination of office shop floor and construction site environments.
• Occasional evening or weekend work to support project timelines or operational needs.
• Ability to walk construction sites and CIR areas use inspection tools and lift up to 25 pounds.

Benefits:

• Medical Dental Vision and STD insurance are effective immediately
• Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer-paid LTD and Life / AD&D insurance
• 401k withemployer matching up to 2% with an additional discretionary contribution to 1% provided from the employer
• Paid 2 weeks of Vacation paid 10 days of PTO & Holidays
• Annual Tuition Reimbursement
• Monthly $30 Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Passport and renewal compliance and TSA reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

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MTU Maintenance Dallas Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other protected class.

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