Aircraft Leasing VP Technical

GKR Search and Selection; Dublin; On-site; EUR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

GKR Search and Selection is seeking a VP Technical to join the Dublin-based Technical team, overseeing aircraft transitions and supporting the business's commercial strategy. The role requires an engineering degree or FAA/EASA licence with 4+ years in transition management, plus airline or MRO background, and strong project management and stakeholder communication skills.

You will coordinate internal and external parties to ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and optimized asset utilization

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or FAA/EASA licence required.
• 4+ years in aircraft transition management with airline/MRO background.
• Strong project management and stakeholder communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage aircraft redeliveries and transitions, including budgeting and MRO oversight.
• Negotiate technical terms of LOIs and leases for new and used aircraft.
• Oversee external consultants and ensure timelines and technical quality.
• Interface with internal departments to enhance risk visibility on assets.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Aircraft transitions

Education

Engineering degree or FAA/EASA licence

Job description

My client is a leading aircraft lessor seeking a VP Technical to join their Technical team in Dublin. This individual will play a critical role in overseeing aircraft transitions and supporting the business's commercial strategy.

Responsibilities

• Manage aircraft redeliveries and transitions, including budgeting, MRO oversight, and regulatory liaison
• Negotiate technical terms of LOIs and leases across new and used aircraft
• Oversee external consultants and ensure project timelines and technical quality
• Interface with internal departments to enhance risk visibility on aircraft assets

Requirements

• Engineering degree or FAA/EASA licence with 4+ years in aircraft transition management
• Airline or MRO background with deep knowledge of maintenance, records, and lease terms
• Strong project management and stakeholder communication skills

Employment Type: Full-time

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