Director, Repair Station

Safran Group; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Employee discounts & rewards

Cabin Management Bonus

Job summary

Safran Cabin in Carson, California, is seeking a Director, Repair Station to lead end-to-end aftermarket repair activities, including operations, supply chain, customer service, contracts, quality and continuous improvement. The role drives profitability, compliance and performance metrics across the repair organization.

You will define strategies, manage resources and guide repairs staff, collaborate with stakeholders, and develop plans to grow the repair business while ensuring regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher is required.
• 10+ years in aerospace/automotive/mechanical manufacturing.
• 5+ years leading teams.
• 5+ years in a Part145 repair environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end aftermarket repairs and profitability.
• Oversee operations, supply chain, and quality.
• Set performance goals and monitor metrics.
• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders and customers.
• Manage inventory levels and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Strategic planning

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Published 09.24.2026 Company : Safran Cabin Job field : Manufacture / assembly and repair Location : Carson , California , United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Bachelor's Degree Required experience : More than 8 years Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager Salary range : $133,230 - $209,360 USDPublished 09.24.2026Job DescriptionHere, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip.Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience. In the role of Director, Repair Station you'll play a pivotal part on our Repair Station team. The Repair Director leads end-to-end aftermarket repair activities including operations, supply chain, customer service, contracts, quality and continuous improvement. The key responsibilities are to ensure repairs profitability, contractual and regulatory compliance.This position contributes to our vision by:• Devise a strategy for ensuring the growth and success of the repair organization.• Own the repair business plan: develop and control a budget to promote profitability and ensure achievement of company objectives.• Define repair performance goals and objectives aligned with repairs strategy. Flow down goals to repair station managers and supervisors.• Plan, identify, and coordinate all resources required to achieve goals: labor (load / capacity), materials (inventory and supply chain), and industrial setup.• Establish an effective department structure to improve team working relationships• Direct and oversee the repair station staff including repair station managers and supervisors to ensure that they are motivated and trained to carry out their responsibilities efficiently.• Develop, implement, and monitor day-to-day operational processes and associated key metrics to provide visibility into the goals and to ensure efficient and timely completion of tasks.• Analyze key metrics to determine & implement root cause corrective action and recovery plans.• Compile and publish of visual metrics, presentations and reports. Internal reporting to Executive Management, including project review presentations.• Collaborate and develop relationships with all stakeholders involved in the aftermarket repair process: Logistics, Spares Production, Supply Chain, Sales, Quality, Programs, Engineering, supplier and vendors.• Be accountable for spare parts inventory needed for repairs: define inventory levels with supply chain and take action to reach inventory targets.• Serves as Accountable Manager: responsible for the repair station compliance with the federal / national regulations.• Be accountable to customers for the repairs performance. Serve as point of escalation for customers for operational issues.• Conduct or contribute to contractual negotiation with customers.• Develop and execute a sales development plan in collaboration with the sales and marketing department• Stimulate improvement and innovation to ensure competitiveness of the repair organization. Sponsor or manage complex projects.• Other duties maybe assigned.Job RequirementsQualifications:Education: Bachelor's degree or higherExperience:• Minimum of 10 years of supply chain and/or program management and/or operations in aerospace, automotive or mechanical manufacturing environment• Minimum of 5 years of experience leading teams.• Minimum of 5 years in a Part145 repair environmentComputer Skills:• Proficient knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Other Skills:• Work independently and be highly productive with minimal oversight• Be highly organized, self-motivated, and have a high level of personal energy.• Ability to develop, lead, motivate working teams. Solid organizational and leadership skills. Ability to lead and manage managers. Strong work ethics.• Ability to see the big picture while also being execution-oriented to improve operational excellence• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to convey complex ideas in a clear, concise manner both verbally and in writing.• Problem solving and data analysis skills.This job posting has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)Safran Cabin is #1 worldwide for aircraft interiors.Here, you will build your skills and grow with a community of experts to enrich yourself every day.Here, collaboration is embodied within the diversity of our teams all around the world.Here, we're cutting our emissions, not your ambitions.Together, let's shape the sustainable future of aeronautics. Learn more about Safran Cabin!Why join us?US EEO statements:At Safran Cabin, we provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability/medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.Cabin TA:• Your Benefits: Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, and employee discounts & rewards for consumer products/services and more!• Management roles may be eligible for a 20% Cabin Management Bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.The expected salary range for this position is between $133,230 - $209,360 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, and other factors permitted by law.Company InformationSafran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's \"\"World's Best Companies 2025\"\" ranking.Safran Cabin is the world's No. 1 in aircraft interiors. Safran Cabin provides innovative, smart and sustainable cabin interiors, as well as advanced water and waste management systems.Here, you will develop your skills and grow within a community of experts who enrich your experience every day.Here, collaboration connects our teams across the globe.Did you know? We have probably already flown together!Would you like to join us? Learn more about Safran Cabin here.(Hyperlink: https://www.safran-group.com/en/companies/safran-cabin)