Aerospace engineer with 10+ years supporting global engine MRO operations and repair capacity verification and planning within the GTF piece part repair ecosystem, specializing in strategy and cross-functional coordination between engineering and repair suppliers, engine monitoring systems, service data analysis.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
GTF Maintenance Center & Planning Manager
MTU Aero Engines North America / Pratt & Whitney
Hartford, CT
05.2026 - Current
Leads cross-functional international teams to develop and implement strategic planning initiatives.
Develops comprehensive forecasts to support capacity planning and inventory management processes.
Analyzes induction schedules to optimize resource allocation and improve operational efficiency.
Coordinates with stakeholders to align Induction goals with organizational objectives and customer needs.
Manages the contractual obligations between the Maintenance Center and IAE LLC
Supports activities related to PW1100, PW1500 and PW1900 shop visits annually in Maintenance Centers worldwide
Maintains a clear view of the shop induction capabilities to assist in the placement of PW1100 engines
Monitors shop visit TAT and WIP and drives initiatives for TAT improvement
Conducts Maintenance Center Business Reviews on a regular basis
Schedules IAE funded engine inductions to meet allocation goals and maximize throughput
Compiles and manages Key Shop Performance Indicators
Performs other tasks as requested by the Manager (e.g. participation in / leading of aftermarket initiatives, Analysis, manipulation and presentation of service data from IAE, airline customers and Maintenance Centers as required)
GTF SIOP Capacity Verification
MTU Aero Engines North America / Pratt & Whitney
Rocky Hill, CT
07.2023 - Current
Cross-Functional Coordination: Coordinated cross-functional alignment on repair demand across IAE teams by synthesizing technical data to enhance communication strategy.
Global Repair Shop Alignment: Led cross-organizational repair demand forecast alignment discussions (IAE, global suppliers), utilizing engine maintenance workspace to optimize repair shop performance and capacity commitment.
Process Mapping: Developed methods and processes to improve capacity verification within the sales inventory and operation planner team (Light IT oriented).
Maintained and improved an Excel-based forecasting tool to enhance capacity risk assessment.: Maintained and enhanced Excel-based tool for improved forecasting and capacity risk mitigation.
Supported MTU AENA initiatives by coordinating with various teams to ensure alignment on objectives.
Engine Testbed Integration Engineer
MTU Aero Engines AG
Munich, Germany
07.2016 - 07.2023
Hardware Deployment: Built and deployed tested equipment, including engine control software systems, on customer testbeds to validate full engine test campaigns per customer specifications.
Customer Technical Support: Provided training and technical support, both remote and onsite, to enhance operations of European testbeds.
Collaborated with MTU AG on hardware deployment projects.
Intern within Manufacturing Technologies
MTU Aero Engines AG
Munich
09.2012 - 01.2013
Developed and implemented strategic planning processes to align production schedules with business objectives.
Led cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and improve operational efficiency across projects.
Analyzed market trends to inform long-term planning initiatives, enhancing competitiveness in the aerospace sector.
Coordinated with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure alignment on project requirements and timelines.
Intern in Vehicle Testing and Rotor Dynamic
AIRBUS
Ottobrunn
03.2010 - 03.2012
Streamlined planning workflows by integrating advanced forecasting tools, resulting in improved accuracy and responsiveness.
Mentored junior planners on best practices in project management and strategic decision-making processes.
Facilitated regular stakeholder meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and adjustments needed for project plans.
Conducted risk assessments to identify potential disruptions in supply chain operations, proposing mitigation strategies accordingly.
Education
Dipl. Ing. - Automotive and Aeronautical Engineer
Munich University of Applied Sciences
Munich
07-2015
Skills
Gas turbine MRO
Workscope familiarization
Shop performance analysis
Shop Visit / Workscope Familiarization
Capacity verification
Forecasting Techniques
KPI, TAT & WIP Management
Forecasting methods
Bilingual Communication
Engine Simulation Tools
3D Modeling Software
Solid Edge
Data interpretation
MS Office
Customer Support
Multilingual & Intercultural skills
Data analysis reporting
KPI and TAT management
Stakeholder management
Interests
Traveling Flying Sport
Timeline
GTF Maintenance Center & Planning Manager
MTU Aero Engines North America / Pratt & Whitney
05.2026 - Current
GTF SIOP Capacity Verification
MTU Aero Engines North America / Pratt & Whitney
07.2023 - Current
Engine Testbed Integration Engineer
MTU Aero Engines AG
07.2016 - 07.2023
Intern within Manufacturing Technologies
MTU Aero Engines AG
09.2012 - 01.2013
Intern in Vehicle Testing and Rotor Dynamic
AIRBUS
03.2010 - 03.2012
Dipl. Ing. - Automotive and Aeronautical Engineer
Munich University of Applied Sciences
Expected Personal Growth Opportunity
Title: Engine Test Cell / Environment Specialist at MTU Fort worth, TX