How You'll Help Us Keep Climbing (Overview & Key Responsibilities)
Engine & APU Lease Programs supports the operational execution of Delta's engine and Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) lease programs within the Supplier Operations organization. Reporting to the Manager, Supplier Operations, this role is responsible for managing lease assets across their full lifecycle—from acceptance into Delta through utilization tracking and final return processing.
This position works in close partnership with Program Managers, Delta Material Services (DMS), Maintenance, Engineering, Materials, Planning, Finance, Supply Chain, and external lessors to ensure accurate asset tracking, compliance, and efficient program execution.
Key Responsibilities
Lease Asset Lifecycle Management
- Support the end-to-end operational management of engine and APU lease assets.
- Process new lease assets into Delta systems, , ensuring accurate financial, and contractual data entry.
- Coordinate lease asset acceptance activities with internal stakeholders and external lessors.
- Facilitate the timely lease return of assets from Delta systems at lease end.
System Processing & Data Management
- Maintain and update lease asset records across applicable Delta systems.
- Ensure data integrity for asset utilization and lease terms.
- Perform audits and validation checks to ensure alignment between contractual agreements and system records.
Utilization & Reporting
- Generate and manage utilization reports for leased engines and APUs.
- Track hours, cycles, and other obligations required for lease compliance.
- Provide reporting support to Lease Program Managers and Finance teams.
Records Research & Documentation
- Research, collect, and maintain documentation related to leased assets, including maintenance records, delivery conditions, and return requirements.
- Support preparation of documentation required for lease returns and audits.
- Ensure compliance with lease agreements and regulatory requirements.
Stakeholder Coordination
- Partner with Supplier Operations Program Managers to support program execution.
- Collaborate with Maintenance, Planning, Materials, Finance, and DMS to resolve contractual and operational issues and ensure alignment.
- Interface with external lessors and service providers regarding asset status, documentation, and contractual obligations.
Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve lease asset tracking, reporting accuracy, and workflow efficiency.
- Support initiatives to standardize processes and enhance operational performance.
What You Need To Succeed (Minimum Qualifications)
- Bachelor of Engineering Degree (aerospace or mechanical preferred) or comparable experience in an engineering related field.
- 8-12 years of experience working for Airlines supporting in Technical Records domain for Engines & APU.
- Familiarity with aircraft, engine, and component records.
- Good Understanding of electronic record tracking systems
- Should possess excellent written and verbal communications skills, able to handle several projects simultaneously with minimum supervision, well organized and able to prioritize work to meet established deadlines.
- Strong teamwork and cross-team collaboration skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Must be able to coordinate workflow to multiple disciplines.
- Able to work effectively in a fast paced and high-volume environment.
- Must have a strong sense of customer service.
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)
- Prior aviation records experience with any other Airlines or MRO Set up.
- Basic knowledge and understanding of OEM source documents including major assembly, component and aircraft repair manuals, Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC)/Illustrated Parts List (IPL), and manufacturer standard practice manuals and FAA technical record policies preferred.
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 Lease Program, Paid time off, Parental Benefits and National Pension Scheme.
