Day Shift - Manager, Operations

Bombardier Transportation GmbH; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bombardier Transportation GmbH in Tucson, AZ, seeks an experienced Operations Manager for the Aircraft Maintenance department. You will lead maintenance operations, manage staffing, and drive budget adherence to achieve monthly financial objectives.

Responsibilities include coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring FAA compliance, and partnering with customers to resolve issues while promoting continuous improvement and safety.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in aircraft maintenance facility with 3+ years supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of SAP maintenance transactions.
• Bachelor's degree in related area or equivalent experience.
• Working knowledge of FAA regulations for maintenance programs.
• Budgeting and accounting principles to read P&L statements and meet financial objectives.
• Environmental, Health & Safety knowledge applicable to maintenance operations.
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance department operations and staffing.
• Develop annual maintenance budget and manage expenses.
• Ensure FAA/compliance for maintenance work.
• Coordinate with operations, planning, engineering, quality control, and other groups.
• Interface with customers and resolve inquiries on invoiced work.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to improve margins and customer satisfaction.
• Provide training and development for staff and ensure qualified workforce.

Skills

SAP knowledge

Budgeting

Leadership

FAA regulations

Process improvement

Forecasting

Project planning

Customer communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.
Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program

What are your contributions to the team?

Bombardier is a global leader, creating innovative and game-changing planes. Our products and services provide world-class transportation experiences that set new standards in passenger comfort, energy efficiency, reliability and safety. We are a global organization focused on working together with a team spirit.

Bombardier has an exciting opportunity available for an Operations Manager based in Tucson, AZ.

In your role, you will:
Adhere to General Work Rule Requirements
Perform managerial responsibilities and recommend related actions, for example, hire/fire, disciplinary actions, PMP, training and certifications, work assignments, scheduling vacation, monitoring attendance, review, approve, and verify/ensure accuracy of employees hours worked and time charged to correct aircraft program
Develop and submit annual A/C maintenance department budget including manpower requirements to site Director
Achieve (as reviewed by Base Director) monthly financial objectives for A/C maintenance department i.e., labor margin, capital expenditures, and budgeted operating expenses
Ensure all maintenance performed on aircraft, engines, avionics, and aircraft components meet FAA regulations, as well as customer quality expectations
Maintain compliance with all OSHA Health & Safety guidelines, as well as all Federal, State, and local environmental laws
Coordinate aircraft program requirements among functional groups including operations, planning, scheduling, engineering, quality control, material and production control to ensure hanger is properly loaded and customer expectations are met
Interface with customer representatives, coordinate customer communication activities and resolve any questions or disputes on customer invoiced for performed maintenance as needed
Determine staff training needs in order to maintain work force qualifications and productivity
Determine needs and assure proper tooling and equipment is available to support operational requirements and coordinate shared resources with other Operations Managers to optimize facility resources
Solicit feedback from staff for development of new concepts and actively support and integrate continuous improvement activities into program procedures and processes in order to attain Service Center margins and ensure that efficiency objectives and customer satisfaction index goals are met
Collect and analyze service and maintenance data to identify trends and ensure margin performance is achieved
Monitor returned customer questionnaires in order to respond to customer concerns on all department personnel, equipment or quality of services rendered
Approve payment of vendors’ or suppliers’ invoices for services or supplies required by maintenance department
Monitor technical performance of A/C programs and recommend changes as needed which enhance service and profitability through increased repair capability
Assist in the development of strategic plans to support new programs and capabilities based on analysis of market trends.

How to thrive in this role?

• You have a minimum of 7 years experience working in an aircraft maintenance facility environment with 3 years progressive supervisory experience for a substantial technical work force
• You have knowledge of SAP maintenance transactions as required by site
• You have thorough knowledge of all attributes listed under Grade 09 Minimum Requirements
• You possess a bachelors degree in related area or equivalent years of experience
• You have a working knowledge of FAA and Federal Aviation Regulations pertaining to maintenance programs and procedures
• You have working knowledge of process improvement methodology and application
• Accounting and budgeting principals acumen necessary to read and interpret profit/loss statements, financial reports, and meet financial objectives for assigned area and programs
• You have working knowledge of Environmental, Health & Safety rules and regulations as they apply to workplace safety and environmental aspects of aircraft maintenance operations
• Verbal and Interpersonal skills necessary to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers and at all levels throughout the organization
• You have business writing skills necessary to create various reports and correspondence
• You have the ability to forecast labor and skill requirements
• You have the presentation skills necessary to effectively communicate, update, persuade, and/or facilitate discussions with customers and all levels of management
• You have the planning and organizational skills necessary to prioritize, assign, and coordinate workload of assigned area and employees within a multiple project setting
• You possess the leadership skills necessary to make decisions with sound judgment, train and mentor employees for improved performance, coordinate activities of multiple departments, and guide day-to-day operations successfully
• You possess the research and analytical skills necessary to collect, analyze, and interpret survey data, customer behaviors, and general trends within the applicable aircraft market
• You possess the computer skills necessary to learn and/or operate word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, email, and web-based applications

Bombardier is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristc protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws.

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