Senior Maintenance Programs Engineer

How You'll Help Us Keep Climbing (Overview & Key Responsibilities)
About The Team /role Overview
The Senior Engineer – Maintenance Programs is responsible for the continuous improvement and optimization of Delta's Approved Maintenance Program through data-driven analysis of maintenance task effectiveness, fleet reliability, operational performance, and maintenance burden. This role partners closely with Fleet Engineering, Reliability, Line Maintenance, Base Maintenance, Planning, Supply Chain, and OEM partners to identify opportunities to improve maintenance program efficiency while maintaining full regulatory compliance and operational safety.
The engineer evaluates maintenance task performance using operational and maintenance data, develops recommendations for escalation or de-escalation of maintenance requirements, and supports implementation of program changes that improve fleet availability, reliability, and cost effectiveness.
This position serves as a key technical resource for maintenance program optimization initiatives across Delta's fleet and supports the development of analytical tools, dashboards, and performance metrics that drive strategic maintenance decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance Program Optimization
Analyze maintenance task effectiveness and identify opportunities to optimize task content, intervals, frequencies, and scheduling requirements.
Investigate trends across ATA chapters and aircraft fleets to identify opportunities for program improvements.
Evaluate maintenance program performance using reliability, operational interruption, deferred maintenance, and unscheduled maintenance data.
Support development and implementation of maintenance program changes through Delta's regulatory approval and Reliability Control Board processes.
Perform substantiation analyses for task escalations, de-escalations, additions, or removals based on fleet performance and statistical evidence.
Develop recommendations that improve aircraft availability while reducing unnecessary maintenance workload.
Ensure optimization initiatives maintain compliance with FAA regulations, OEM requirements, and Delta Technical Operations policies.
Review, evaluate, and disposition Airworthiness Limitations (ALS), Airworthiness Limitation Instructions (ALI), and Airworthiness Limitations (AWL) revisions; assess operational and maintenance program impacts, develop compliance strategies, and coordinate implementation of required maintenance program changes across affected fleets.
Data Analytics & Reporting
Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and analytical tools supporting fleet optimization decisions.
Utilize maintenance, reliability, operational, and component performance data to measure program effectiveness.
Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for maintenance program performance and optimization initiatives.
Support predictive and proactive maintenance strategies through data analysis and fleet health monitoring.
Present analytical findings and recommendations to Maintenance Programs leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Fleet Engineering, Reliability Programs, Planning, Production Control, Supply Chain, Aircraft Inspection, and Maintenance organizations.
Support implementation of engineering and maintenance program changes through effective coordination across departments.
Collaborate with OEMs and industry working groups to evaluate best practices and benchmark maintenance program performance.
Engage with maintenance personnel and operational stakeholders to ensure program changes are practical and effective.
Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities to reduce maintenance burden while improving safety, operational reliability, and cost efficiency.
Support development of internal analytical methodologies and optimization tools.
Drive innovation in maintenance program management through advanced analytics and data visualization.
Promote safety-conscious behaviors and operational excellence in all activities.
What You Need To Succeed (Minimum Qualifications)
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related discipline).
Minimum 8-12 years of airline, OEM, MRO, fleet engineering, reliability engineering, or maintenance programs experience.
Knowledge of aircraft maintenance programs, MSG-3 principles, reliability programs, and regulatory requirements.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret large data sets and develop actionable recommendations.
Experience with maintenance and reliability systems and operational data analysis.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel and Power BI or similar visualization tools.
Ability to communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Consistently makes safety and compliance the highest priority.
Behavioral Competencies
Ability to produce high quality results, work in a collaborative environment by embracing diverse perspectives and with a solution-based approach.
Adapt communication clearly and concisely based on team dynamics and expresses thoughts & ideas effectively.
Ability to engage effectively with peers and stakeholders to build trust and reliable working relationships.
Ability to understand business processes, implement innovative solutions, guide juniors on continuous improvement by constantly updating oneself on current technology & trends.
Inquisitive to understand customer and business expectations while creating value addition on technical solutions.
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
Improve maintenance task effectiveness across assigned fleets.
Reduce unnecessary maintenance burden through data-driven optimization.
Increase aircraft availability and dispatch reliability.
Develop meaningful fleet health and program performance metrics.
Provide substantiated recommendations supporting maintenance interval changes.
Deliver measurable cost avoidance and efficiency improvements while maintaining safety and compliance.
About The Company
What started as a humble, little aerial crop-dusting operation called Huff Daland Dusters in 1924 has now grown into the U.S. global airline leader in safety, innovation, reliability, and customer experience. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Delta Air Lines is known for its operational excellence and award-winning customer service.
Powered by our employees worldwide, Delta has led the airline industry in operational excellence for a decade while maintaining our reputation for award-winning customer service. With our mission of connecting the people and cultures of the globe, Delta strives to foster understanding across a diverse world and serve as a force for social good.
In 2026, Delta Air Lines continued to earn global recognition for its performance, culture and operational excellence. Delta was named to Glassdoor’s 2026 Top 100 Best Places to Work list for the ninth time, standing as the only airline recognized. Delta also secured the 11th spot on Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies list, marking its 13th consecutive year earning this distinction. Delta was also recognized by Cirium as the top on-time airline in North America for the fifth consecutive year, underscoring its unwavering commitment to reliability and customer experience.
About The Delta Technology Hub (DTH), Bangalore
The DTH is one of Delta Air Lines' investments in world-class business capabilities and technology aimed at transforming how Delta Air Lines operates and provides world-class travel experiences to its customers through innovation and cutting-edge methodologies. By continuously reimagining processes and driving technology-led transformation, the Delta Technology Hub plays a pivotal role in Scripting The Future Of Aviation. The organization is certified by the Great Place to Work Institute (India). The Delta Technology Hub was a finalist for the iVolunteer Awards 2024/2025 in the "Leader in Employee Volunteering" category. This nomination highlights our remarkable volunteering initiatives and the outstanding practices we implement to encourage and support our employee volunteering program.
For more information, please visit www.deltatechhub.com
Why join?
Technology is a key enabler of the differentiated services that Delta provides. At the DTH, you get the opportunity to work on projects with a significant impact on business outcomes and customer experience.
Deepen your knowledge by taking part in multifaceted learning and development programs –exposure to extensive internal and partner repositories, institutional affiliations, and industry SIG (Special Interest Groups) partnerships.
Immerse yourself in an employee-centric culture.
Develop deep and broad business acumen on airline operations while retaining focus on cutting-edge technology driven solutions.
Avail a full range of benefits that support you and your family: Medical Insurance, Transportation to and from the DTH office, Complementary Cafeteria Meals, Special Travel opportunities and Travel Privileges, Car L

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