Operations Manager
Safran Group
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Résumé du poste
Safran Aircraft Engine Services Brussels is seeking an Operations Manager to lead LEAP Engine Shop Visit and Repair activities at Brussels Airport. You will ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations while achieving quality, cost and delivery targets.
You will collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Production Support, drive capacity balance, and mentor the LSO Operations team. The role demands strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a hands-on approach in a regulated aerospace
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
- Extensive experience in an operational leadership role within industrial, manufacturing or aerospace environments.
- Experience in aviation MRO or regulated industries is a strong asset.
- Strong leadership, people management and ability to motivate teams.
- Strategic thinking with hands-on operational approach.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Fluent in English; Dutch or French is a strong asset.
- Legally authorized to work in Belgium (EU passport or valid permit).
Responsabilités
- Lead LEAP Engine Shop Visit and Repair activities.
- Ensure safe, efficient and compliant operations meeting quality, cost and delivery targets.
- Coordinate activities with Engineering, Supply Chain, Customer Support and Production Support teams.
- Drive load-capacity balance and support production planning.
- Lead, coach and develop the LSO Operations team.
- Foster accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Promote Safran Together leadership principles.
- Ensure compliance with HSE, aviation regulations and Safran standards.
- Drive process improvements and operational excellence with Lean teams.
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Description du poste
Operations Manager
Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.
Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking.
Safran Aircraft Engines designs, manufactures and markets, either independently or in partnership, civil and military aircraft engines delivering the highest levels of performance, reliability and environmental responsibility. Through CFM International*, the company is notably the world leader in propulsion systems for short- and medium-haul commercial aircraft.
*CFM International is a 50/50 joint venture between Safran Aircraft Engines and GE Aerospace.
2026-185649
Production
Manufacture assembly and repair - Production/ repair manager
Operations Manager
Permanent
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Full-time
Safran Aircraft Engine Services Brussels is a subsidiary of Safran Aircraft Engines, based at Brussels Airport (Zaventem & Steenokkerzeel, Belgium), specialized in the inspection, maintenance and repair (MRO) of the advanced LEAP jet engines that power the latest generation of the Airbus A320NEO & Boeing B737MAX narrow body families. The company is a key player in the integrated CFM international MRO network. With more than 75 years of experience, and up to 20 international Part 145 certifications (EASA/ FAA/ CAAC/ …),
Safran Aircraft Engine Services Brussels is recognized as a worldwide center of expertise in the air transport industry. More than a 100 airlines, lessors, private aircraft operators and MRO partners have entrusted their engines to our company. We employ over 500 highly skilled, passionate and enthusiastic employees.
To support the continued growth and ramp-up, we are looking for an Operations Manager .
Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you are responsible for the overall management and performance of our LEAP Engine LSO activities. You lead the LSO Operations and Repair process, ensuring safe, efficient and compliant operations while meeting customer expectations on quality, delivery and cost.
You play a key role in developing our LEAP engine capabilities and supporting the strategic growth of our business. Working closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Production Support and Engine Owners, you ensure operational excellence throughout the entire process.
- Lead and manage the LEAP Engine Shop Visit and Repair activities.
- Ensure safe, efficient and compliant operations while meeting quality, cost and delivery targets.
- Coordinate activities with Engineering, Supply Chain, Customer Support and Production Support teams.
- Drive load-capacity balance and support production planning activities.
- Lead, coach and develop the LSO Operations team.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Promote the Safran Together leadership principles.
- Ensure compliance with HSE, aviation regulations and Safran standards.
- Promote a strong safety and quality culture throughout the organization.
- Participate in audits and drive corrective actions where required.
- Support the development and ramp-up of our Operations.
- Identify and implement process improvement initiatives.
- Drive operational excellence in collaboration with Lean and Continuous Improvement teams.
- Competitive gross salary
- Company car
- Meal vouchers
- Expense allowance
- Additional reduction working time days
- Individual bonus
- End-of-year bonus
- Vacation bonus
- Hospitalization insurance
- Pension plan
- Eco vouchers and gift vouchers
- Benefits at Work program
You can also count on support throughout your career and appropriate theoretical and practical training, all within a stimulating international environment offering excellent long-term career opportunities.
- You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Industrial Management or a related technical field.
- You bring extensive experience in an operational leadership role within an industrial, manufacturing or aerospace environment.
- Experience in aviation MRO, aerospace or other highly regulated industries is a strong asset.
- You have strong leadership and people management skills and are able to motivate and develop teams.
- You combine strategic thinking with a hands‑on operational approach.
- You are analytical, solution-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-growing environment.
- You have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- You are fluent in English. Knowledge of Dutch and/or French is considered a strong asset.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Belgium, holding either an EU passport or a valid work & residence permit. Please note that we do not provide assistance with visa or permit applications.
Europe, Belgium, Flemish Region
Bâtiment 24 B/101 - Brussels Airport BP 1930 B- Zaventem
MASTER
More than 8 years
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