Liaison Program Manager

Safran Aerosystems Services; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Liaison Program Manager to bridge communication between their program management team and Emirates airline. This role demands a skilled professional with 5-6 years of experience in aeronautics or related fields, capable of managing projects, fostering client relationships, and ensuring program milestones are met. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, coordinating efforts between teams and addressing challenges as they arise. Join this innovative firm to contribute to exciting aviation projects and enhance collaboration with a key industry partner.

Qualifications

• 5-6 years of experience in aeronautical, automotive, or railway environments.
• Strong decision-making and strategic direction abilities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for program communications with Emirates airline.
• Oversee implementation and progress of various programs with Emirates.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Risk Management

Client Relationship Management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Liaison Program Manager to represent our company locally in Dubai and ensure seamless coordination and communication with our Program counterparts in Emirates airline. The ideal candidate will act as the key point of contact between our company's program management team and Emirates representatives, ensuring that all project requirements, goals, and timelines are met efficiently and effectively.

Responsibilities

1. Serve as the primary point of contact for all program-related communications with Emirates airline.
2. Facilitate meetings, presentations, and reviews with Emirates's linefit & retrofit program teams.
3. Address and resolve any issues or concerns raised by Emirates in a timely manner.
4. Represent the Program Manager during the 1st Installation phase and assume the handover between the Program Teams (IPT) and the Field & Customer Support Teams based in Dubai.
5. Oversee the implementation and progress of various programs in coordination with internal teams and Emirates airline.
6. Ensure all program milestones, deliverables, and schedules are adhered to.
7. Monitor and report on program progress, identifying any potential risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
8. For retrofit activities performed at Emirates, assure the coordination of all activities in liaison with on-site Emirates retrofit teams, with Safran Aircraft Manager & field teams and with Homebase IPT teams for efficient retrofit campaign.
9. Facilitate the management of changes on Emirates programs (change management), specifically drumbeats on the Change Requests backlog with the related Safran Program Managers; participate in related negotiations with customer and sales, and help decide on their integration into the ongoing programs.
10. Ensure efficient contract management in transversal to all Emirates program, from initial contract convergence along up to contract execution tracking and renegotiation with commercial teams.
11. Maintain consistent and open communication channels between our company's program management teams and Emirates.
12. Prepare and deliver regular status reports, updates, and project documentation to both internal stakeholders and Emirates.
13. Ensure all stakeholders are informed of any changes, challenges, or updates regarding the program.
14. Coordinate and represent Safran programs in related Executive Review with Emirates, from RFPs and offers up to in-service follow-up.
15. Develop and maintain strong, positive relationships with representatives from Emirates airline.
16. Represent the company's interests in all dealings with Emirates, fostering a collaborative and cooperative working environment.
17. Identify potential risks and issues related to program execution and develop strategies to address them.
18. Monitor risk factors, ensuring that they are managed effectively.

Job Requirements

This position is made for you if you have at least 5-6 years of successful experience in an aeronautical, automotive, or even railway environment.

Your ability to make decisions and take strategic directions will be crucial in achieving your goals.

You are known for your ability to bring teams together around common challenges and to handle unexpected situations. Additionally, you pay particular attention to building and developing client relationships. Your communication skills and leadership will be key to the success of your mission.

Proficiency in English (both written and spoken) is essential to communicate daily with our international clients and partners.

If you identify with this description, join us for a new professional adventure!