James L. Wilson
Powerplant Programs Lead
- Role
- Powerplant and Engineering Lead at Amazon
- Location
- Seattle, WA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About James L. Wilson
At the helm of Powerplant and Engineering at Amazon, my focus is on constructing robust fleet strategies and managing OPEX/CAPEX for aircraft engine fleets. My technical proficiency shines in orchestrating Powerplant repair operations and serving as the focal point for maintenance RFPs and asset valuations.The development of supplier scorecards and execution of quarterly business reviews are testament to my commitment to excellence and strong project management skills. Our team ensures meticulous compliance with Carrier build specifications, and I take pride in integrating reliability initiatives into our heavy maintenance plans.
Experience
Powerplant and Engineering Lead
Jul 2023 — Present
Build long term fleet spare strategy for the A330, B738, and B763 engine fleet. Forecast OPEX/CAPEX for all Powerplant activity in Amazon Air Network. Execute Powerplant repair operations with Carrier and MRO. Technical focal for maintenance RFPs and asset valuations. Develop supplier scorecard and hosted quarterly business reviews for all engine MROs. Ensure compliance and configuration control to Carrier build specifications. Implement reliability initiatives into heavy maintenance plan. Recipient of the 2023 GTO Door Desk AwardDesigned all Powerplant Smartsheets architecture for program and finance tracking. Moved the Carrier LLP trace review procedure from email into Smartsheets. Coded the workflow automation to manage the approval process between Amazon, MRO, and Carrier. Pushed cost savings initiatives across the B763 engine program totaling $115MM in cost savings.
Education
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Aerospace Engineering
2006 — 2010
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