Landing Gear Product Line Manager (Remote-Eligible)

KP Aviation; Mesa (AZ); Remote; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and STD

401(k) Plan

Profit Sharing and Bonus

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

KP Aviation seeks a Product Line Manager – Landing Gear to drive strategy, growth, profitability and operational performance for the GEAR product line. You will manage end-to-end lifecycle, including acquisition modeling, repair management, inventory optimization, and market growth initiatives.

Remote work is available depending on location and experience, with collaboration across Repairs, Operations, Technical and Executive Leadership to maximize asset performance and profitability.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of Landing Gear components, systems and aftermarket lifecycle management.
• Knowledge of aviation supply chain operations including repair and asset management strategies.
• Strong grasp of inventory planning, demand forecasting and stocking strategies.
• Familiarity with financial modeling including margin analysis, ROI and cost optimization.
• Understanding of go-to-market strategies, pricing frameworks and competitive positioning in aviation aftermarket.
• Working knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements (FAA, EASA, trace, airworthiness).
• Experience with ERP/WMS/CRM systems (Salesforce, SAP, Oracle) and how they support product lifecycle execution.
• Knowledge of market dynamics, OEM relationships, and supplier networks within GEAR or broader aerospace components.
• Strong analytical and modeling skills—ability to turn demand signals into actionable stocking and acquisition strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic plans for the GEAR product line to achieve revenue, inventory, and margin objectives.
• Evaluate and analyze Gear opportunities including whole units, modules, piece parts, and repair events.
• Lead GEAR asset valuation, acquisition strategy, and buy package analysis.
• Create and maintain proformas, pricing models, and financial forecasts for GEAR inventory and transactions.
• Partner with Repairs and Technical teams to oversee Gear repair events and return-to-service activity.
• Monitor market trends, supply/demand conditions, and competitive intelligence related to GEAR assets.
• Own sales plan and drive performance to AOP.
• Manage inventory movement, aging material strategies, and inventory optimization efforts.
• Build and maintain supplier, repair vendor, and customer relationships.
• Track product line KPIs including gross margin, inventory turns, and profitability metrics.
• Identify new opportunities for product line expansion and strategic growth initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Landing Gear knowledge

Aviation supply chain

Inventory planning

Financial modeling

Go-to-market strategy

Regulatory compliance (FAA/EASA)

ERP/WMS/CRM familiarity

OEM relationships

Data analysis and forecasting

Cross-functional leadership

Tools

Salesforce

SAP

Oracle

Job description

KP Aviation seeks a Product Line Manager – Landing Gear to drive strategy, growth, profitability and operational performance for the GEAR product line. You will manage end-to-end lifecycle, including acquisition modeling, repair management, inventory optimization, and market growth initiatives.

Remote work is available depending on location and experience, with collaboration across Repairs, Operations, Technical and Executive Leadership to maximize asset performance and profitability.