Business Performance Director

StandardAero; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

StandardAero in San Antonio, TX seeks a Business Performance Director to drive cost visibility, control, and improvement across programs and engine lines. You will lead strategic cost management to maximize profitability and align with customer requirements.

You will collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Finance to deliver actionable cost analyses, develop models, and support informed decisions that enhance program margins and business performance.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in finance, accounting, engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years in progressive finance, cost management, or operations in aerospace/MRO.
• 5+ years driving profitability improvement and margin expansion in a multi-product line business.
• 8+ years with strong analytical skills in cost modeling, variance analysis, and program profitability.

Responsibilities

• Drive profitability through margin analysis, pricing strategies, and cost optimization across programs.
• Lead annual pricing strategy considering market conditions and margin opportunities.
• Develop cost-to-complete forecasts and profitability tracking with Program Management.
• Create business cases and financial models for pool development and new offerings.
• Identify cost savings and EBITDA improvement opportunities across cost categories.
• Provide cost and profitability reporting to executives and business leaders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cost modeling

Variance analysis

Program profitability

Leadership

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Job description

Job Description

Business Performance Director

San Antonio TX

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.

The Business Performance Director is responsible for driving cost visibility, control, and improvement across programs and engine lines within the San Antonio facility. This role provides strategic leadership in cost management to maximize profitability and margin performance, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer requirements. The Business Performance Director works cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, engineering, commercial/bid development and program management teams to deliver accurate cost analysis, enable informed decision-making, and drive initiatives that improve cost efficiency and business performance.

What You’ll Do

• Drive program and engine profitability through margin analysis, profitability assessments, pricing strategies, and actionable recommendations across customer programs, contracts, and engine lines.
• Lead annual pricing strategy, including analysis of market conditions, cost drivers, contract requirements, and margin opportunities to support competitive and profitable commercial offerings.
• Partner with Program Management to develop accurate cost-to-complete forecasts, profitability tracking, and financial recommendations for ongoing programs.
• Develop business cases and financial models for pool development, repair schemes, new commercial offerings, and other strategic initiatives designed to maximize program margin.
• Identify and execute cost savings and EBITDA improvement opportunities, including contract clauses, USM, repair expansion, O&A billing, and other commercial or operational opportunities.
• Lead detailed cost variance analysis across labor, materials, overhead, subcontracting, tooling, logistics, and other spend categories to identify risks and opportunities.
• Develop and maintain robust cost models and scenario analyses to support business planning, pricing decisions, commercial bids, contract negotiations, and strategic decision-making.
• Provide clear, actionable cost and profitability reporting to commercial and business leaders, highlighting key financial drivers, risks, opportunities, and recommended actions.
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Finance to identify and implement cost reduction, efficiency, and profitability improvement initiatives.
• Ensure cost management, reporting, and financial analysis comply with corporate policies, financial standards, regulatory requirements, GAAP, and industry best practices while maintaining strong partnership with Finance and Audit.

Basic Qualifications

• An Undergraduate Degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering or other related field is required
• 8+ Years in progressive finance, cost management, or operations experience in aerospace, aviation, or MRO environments.
• 5+ Year record of driving profitability improvement and margin expansion in a complex, multi-product line business.
• 8+ Years demonstrating strong analytical skills with expertise in cost modeling, variance analysis, and program profitability assessments.

Desired Skills

• MBA is preferred.
• Deep understanding of MRO operations, various contracts, and cost structures.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and business partnering skills with the ability to influence across functions.
• Proficiency in ERP and financial systems, with advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities.

About Us

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy) sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.