Site Leader

RTX; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Dubai is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to oversee its Maintenance Repair & Overhaul (MRO) operations. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of management experience, including 5 years in a senior leadership role, with a deep understanding of Lean principles and strong operational execution. The position demands exceptional communication skills, P&L accountability, and the ability to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of management experience including 5 years in senior leadership roles.
• Deep understanding of Lean principles and continuous improvement.
• Strong English communication skills with executive presence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee Dubai MRO operations with full P&L accountability.
• Ensure all maintenance complies with Airworthiness Authorities standards.
• Develop and manage the annual service center budget.

Skills

Channel Marketing

Business Operations

Education

Bachelors degree

MBA or equivalent advanced degree

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Lead direct and oversee all Dubai Maintenance Repair & Overhaul (MRO) operations and processes with full P&L accountability.
• Role model RTX leadership values and behaviors setting the standard for safety trust respect accountability collaboration innovation and performance.
• Serve as the Accountable Manager for the Dubai MRO site with overall responsibility for people quality compliance and performance across multiple business units (Interiors Advanced Structures and Power & Controls).
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with Airworthiness Authorities standards; act as Accountable Manager with the GCAA EASA FAA CAAS and other regulatory bodies maintaining an audit‑ready fully compliant environment at all times.
• Develop and manage the sites annual service center budget including labour and material costs ensuring delivery of financial objectives and margin targets.
• Drive safety quality delivery and performance to consistently meet or exceed customer expectations for on‑time delivery and delivered quality.
• Deliver on annual Interiors Goal Alignment and continuous improvement targets.
• Execute short‑ and medium‑term strategies including cost reduction and operational efficiency initiatives to ensure long‑term profitability and competitiveness.
• Provide direction and oversight to the site leadership team fostering collaboration communication and accountability in pursuit of business objectives.
• Ensure the site is staffed with strong talent and that succession and development plans are in place for all key roles.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to ensure effective execution of contractual and company‑funded commitments delivering a world‑class customer experience.
• Ensure compliance with EH&S policies regulatory requirements and RTX standards; actively support initiatives to maintain a safe hazard‑free workplace.
• Uphold RTXs Code of Ethics promoting open communication and compliance with all business practices regulations and Global Trade requirements.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement by applying the RTX CORE operating system and actively leading improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Employment Requirements

• Bachelors degree with a minimum of 10 years of management experience including at least 5 years in senior leadership role(s).
• Ability to role model and apply RTX leadership values & behaviors.
• Deep understanding of Lean principles continuous improvement and disciplined operational execution.
• Strong English communication skills with executive presence with the ability to influence and engage with internal and external stakeholders.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong quality control discipline.
• Strong conflict resolution and mediation skills.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure while establishing and executing disciplined processes and systems.
• Proven experience as a Site Leader or General Manager leading multicultural cross‑functional teams.
• Expertise in vision setting strategic agility and business / financial acumen.
• Understanding of accounting principles as they apply to budget and cost management.
• Proven ability to deliver operational and financial results through strategic leadership and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated capability in complex problem solving and analytical thinking.
• Experience in developing leaders and high‑performing teams.
• Familiarity with GCAA EASA and FAA regulations; experience engaging with regulatory authorities preferred.
• Extensive aerospace industry experience within a Maintenance Repair & Overhaul (MRO) environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree.

Key Skills

• Channel Marketing
• Children Activity
• Academics
• Football Coaching
• Business Operations
• Contract Administration

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity color religion gender sexual orientation or identity national origin age disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.