Team Leader - Engine Management Services (EMS)-EN

CAE; Shannon; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CAE's Engine Management Services in Shannon, Ireland seeks a Team Leader to guide one EMS team on diverse engine management projects. You will coordinate activities, allocate resources, mentor staff and ensure timely, high‑quality deliverables.

The role requires 5+ years in the industry, supervisory experience, strong project management skills and knowledge of aviation regulations, with occasional travel to meet customers. Report to EMS Operations Manager.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years industry experience in engine maintenance or technical services.
• Previous supervisory experience essential.
• Advanced knowledge of aviation regulations.
• Strong organizational and multi-priority management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate department activities including leave allocation and career development.
• Assign projects and manage resources across the team.
• Lead engine projects and oversee key tasks within project teams.
• Manage project progress, cost and quality of deliverables.
• Develop and improve internal procedures and workflows.
• Support performance management and staff development.
• Engage with customers and business development to grow client base.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Aviation regulations

Resource planning

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Are you seeking a dynamic work environment where innovation, collaboration, and professional growth are encouraged? Do you aspire to join a globally renowned company at the forefront of the industry, contributing to projects of significant impact and prestige?

We are currently seeking a Team Leader to join our team at Engine Management Services Team. This position offers will lead one of our teams and a variety of projects in the Engine Management Services department.

Principal Responsibilities

Reporting to the Engine Management Services Operations Manager, the successful candidates will be responsible for the coordination of the departments activities, including:

• Operational management of team assigned to you, including leave allocation, regular one to ones, career development and other HR related aspects.
• Assignment of projects and resource management.
• Lead Engine projects and carry out key tasks / duties as part of project team.
• Oversight and management of projects assigned to your team.
• Manage project progress, project cost and quality of deliverables.
• Define and constantly evolve internal procedures.
• Support performance management and development of team members together with the department managers.
• Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution.
• Liaise with customers and business development team to grow new client base and maintain existing client relationships.
• Assisting the EMS Operations Manager and Head of Engines in developing and growing the capabilities of the department to meet our client needs and budgetary targets.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 5 years Industry experience, preferably in Engine maintenance or technical services.
• Previous supervisory experience essential.
• Advanced knowledge of aviation regulations.
• Proven organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities at one time and make decisions in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to enable positive communications both internally and with customers & suppliers.
• Ability to work well to deadlines with strong project management skills.
• Strong PC skills required with good knowledge of all company systems and MS office products.
• Demonstrate the ability to support and motivate team members.
• Strong mentoring and coaching skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally onsite or to meet customers.

Base Pay Range

Our total rewards package includes base pay and benefits, with final compensation determined by experience, skill, location, and internal equity.

About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position Type

Regular

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

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