Aerospace Ops Shift Lead - MRO & Assembly

Safran; Zaventem; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Aircraft Engine Services Brussels, a Safran subsidiary based at Brussels Airport (Zaventem), is hiring an Operations Shift Manager to reinforce and support its module factory operations. You will lead assembly, disassembly and inspection teams in a high‑performance aerospace environment, ensuring safe, on‑time delivery and compliance with Safran and aviation standards.

You will report to the Operations Manager and focus on delivering engine shop visit milestones while driving continuous

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading assembly, disassembly and inspection teams in aerospace.
• Strong ability to translate weekly plans into daily priorities.
• Knowledge of HSE standards and aviation quality requirements.
• Experience in audits and corrective actions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Translate weekly production plans into daily priorities.
• Manage shop floor activities to achieve on-time delivery.
• Allocate workforce and resources efficiently.
• Ensure smooth shift handovers and coordinate with planning.
• Lead and coach Team Leaders, Mechanics and Inspectors.
• Drive training and performance improvement.
• Support recruitment and development.
• Foster teamwork, accountability and a strong safety culture.
• Monitor performance and identify continuous improvement opportunities.

Skills

Operations management

Team leadership

Planning & scheduling

Safety & compliance

Aviation industry knowledge

Job description

Safran Aircraft Engine Services Brussels, a Safran subsidiary based at Brussels Airport (Zaventem), is hiring an Operations Shift Manager to reinforce and support its module factory operations. You will lead assembly, disassembly and inspection teams in a high‑performance aerospace environment, ensuring safe, on‑time delivery and compliance with Safran and aviation standards.

You will report to the Operations Manager and focus on delivering engine shop visit milestones while driving continuous