Flight Hours Services Repair Manager

Description

About the Company:

We provide specialized subcontracting and technical assistance services to support clients in the transport and aerospace industries. We work closely with clients to ensure that our solutions meet their needs and exceed their expectations. Our team members are motivated individuals that do remarkable things every day!

Position Summary:

AAA United States, Inc. has partnered with a company in Miami, Florida that is an international pioneer in the aerospace industry. They are a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a global scale. A commercial aircraft manufacturer, with Space and Defense as well as Helicopters Divisions, they are the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe and a worldwide leader.

The Flight Hours Services Repair Manager is responsible for ensuring Suppliers are delivering in time, cost and quality. Address non performance, visit Supplier, develop good relationships and challenge Supplier’s organization when not delivering. Steer activity ramp-up and coordinate with other company entities.

Essential Functions:

COST: 40%

• He/she challenges & validates commercial quotations in line with procurement guidelines (flat rate, PBH, Time & material). 
• He/she contributes to achieving global FHS Repair cost target

LEAD TIME: 40%

• The Repair manager shall ensure the Supplier is delivering / repairing parts in due time according to its contractual obligations. 
• He/She shall identify issues root causes and initiate and follow up of corrective actions, including at supplier’s facilities. 

QUALITY: 10%

• The Repair manager shall organize operational regular meetings with repair shops to address open issues, repair status and data reconciliation. 
• Ensure the Supplier is respecting technical standards (SB, upgrades, …), work scope (minor, major repair, …) and certification (EASA, FAA, CAAS, …).

Additional Responsibilities: Other duties as assigned: 10%

Requirements

• BS degree Engineering, Purchasing, Supply Chain or Aerospace or equivalent, required 
• Masters degree, preferred
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in the aviation or supply chain industry, required.
• Experience in Supply chain and Supplier operational management, required 
• 10% in the frame of the activity, the repair manager can travel to visit Suppliers (3 to 5 time a year)
• Supply Chain domain, negotiation, good relationship, results oriented
• Ability to work with short deadlines and in a fast changing environment 
• Team spirit, leadership, good communication skills 
• Technical background to challenge quotations - use the CMM (Component Maintenance Manual) 
• Negotiation skills
• Maintenance Part 145 knowledge, preferred
• English Spoken, Written, Influencing; required
• French or Spanish Spoken Written, Influencing will be a plus 
• Experience with Google environment (Gmail, Gslide, Gsheet)
• SAP experience