Senior Aircraft Projects Operations Manager

Senior Aircraft Projects Operations Manager

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Senior Aircraft Projects Operations Manager

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Location:

Basel, BS, CH, 4030

Flexible Work Arrangement: Onsite

Job Category: VIP Completions & Large Refurbishments

Career Level: Professional

Requisition Id: 3582

Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to some 4,000 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Defence, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers’ journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion.

Position Summary

At Jet Aviation, we are committed to delivering excellence in aircraft completions, modifications, and maintenance. As a Senior Aircraft Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing high-profile cabin completion projects, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality, budget, and schedule.

Your mission

• Lead and manage the daily operations of aircraft cabin completion projects, ensuring they stay on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineers, technicians, and suppliers, fostering seamless collaboration between departments.
• Monitor project schedules and budgets, proactively addressing risks and ensuring accurate tracking through SAP and other systems.
• Drive operational excellence by identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of cabin interior components.
• Ensure regulatory compliance by adhering to Part 145 and Part 21G regulations and working closely with aviation authorities (FOCA, EASA, FAA).
• Coach and mentor your team, creating a culture of continuous learning and high performance.
• Enforce safety and quality standards in the cabin area, maintaining a secure and organized working environment.
  
  

What We Offer

• An exciting and challenging job in a dynamic environment.
• Various opportunities for professional and personal development.
• Working with the latest technologies and tools.
• A motivated and cheerful team that looks forward to working with you.
• Our events are great! We also have lots of fun together outside of working hours.
  
  

Your profile

• Completed technical apprenticeship with appropriate educational qualifications or equivalent experience
• Minimum 3 years in the aviation industry preferably in aircraft completions or maintenance.
• Proven experience managing teams and coordinating projects.
• Strong understanding of Part 145, Part 21G, and aviation authorities (FOCA, EASA, FAA).
• Familiarity with aviation documentation (AMM, SRM, IPC) and software tools like SAP, SmarTeam, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to think strategically, anticipate challenges, and implement solutions effectively.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to work with multiple stakeholders
  
  

If you are interested in a multicultural, challenging and innovative working environment and your profile matches our requirements, we are looking forward to receiving your online application in English.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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