Director, Airline Technical Operations
LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions is seeking a Director, Airline Technical Operations for an opportunity in Chicago, IL.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Own and lead the technical operations departmental safety assurance process.
- Lead and maintain highly skilled technical operations and maintenance control teams.
- Lead departmental and Company continuous improvement initiatives.
- Manage and set direction for AS9001:2000, Lean and related standard work initiatives
- Ensure compliance to processes, controls and multinational regulations and authorities.
- Ensure compliance to Asset Tracking and ERP/MRP Systems.
- Drive internal and industry training to keep the technical operations teams efficient and effective.
- Participate, and at times, lead cross functional teams to drive process and interface improvements.
- Oversee customer reporting and develops meaningful and achievable metrics.
- Work collectively with customers to ensure technical operation services exceed expectations.
- Provide real-time communication and performance feedback and coaching to teams and managers.
- Manages departmental budgets and related processes.
Qualifications and requirements:
- B.S./B.A. Aviation/Aerospace Business Management or equivalent.
- Director of Maintenance or equivalent FAA/EASA regulatory experience preferred.
- 10 years’ experience in commercial aviation performing and leading maintenance teams.
- Experience leading continuous improvement in maintenance or repair environment.
- Must have first-hand experience in process improvement methods (Lean) methodologies & practices.
- Strong communication and writing skills.
- Must have the skill, experience and resolve to drive service and operational excellence.
- Able to lead in a fast paced environment across multiple projects.
- Must be able and willing to travel domestic and internationally.
- Part 65 Airframe Certificate
- US Passport
- Capable of obtaining AOA Airport Badges
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Why Choose LAUNCH?
A team of aviation staffing experts leads LAUNCH. We understand the challenges of finding the top aviation jobs and we focus on linking you with the best openings in the most sought-after locations.
LAUNCH offers you an ACA compliant benefit package including company-sponsored medical insurance with multiple plans to choose from. Our Minimum Essential Coverage is offered to every employee who does not have coverage elsewhere at no cost to you! LAUNCH also offers a 401(k) program with a company match. Plus, you join the LAUNCH Loyalty Club on your first day, earning you extra cash bonuses, apparel and safety rewards.