Senior Program Leader: CFM56 & LEAP Aircraft Engines

Safran companies; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Program Leader to oversee the P&L for key aviation product lines. This role is pivotal in managing the material stream value chain, ensuring a consistent supply of serviceable materials, and leading a talented programs team. With responsibilities spanning from forecasting material supply to strategic vendor management, this position offers a unique opportunity to influence the growth of materials in the MRO markets. Join a forward-thinking company committed to innovation and excellence in aviation, where your expertise will drive impactful results.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of aviation experience, preferably with aircraft engines.
• Advanced knowledge of aviation used serviceable material market.

Responsibilities

• Manage P&L for CFM56 and LEAP product lines.
• Lead and mentor the programs team to ensure profitability.
• Collaborate across departments for material supply.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Business Acumen

Technical Document Analysis

Customer Focus

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job field : Programs Location : Texas, Texas, 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 : n/a

Summary/Objective

Reporting to the VP of Programs, the primary responsibility of this position is to manage the P&L for the CFM56 and LEAP Product lines in horizontal collaboration across the organization. The role coordinates on all aspects of the material stream value chain through the development and updating acquisition models, teardown management after engine acquisition, oversight of repairs and inventory, and support of the sale of materials to end users. The Sr. Program Leader is also responsible for leading and mentoring the programs team. This role is critical in supporting the growth of CFM Materials in the trading and MRO markets.


Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Guide and Lead the Program Management Coordinators
• Forecast used material supply in collaboration with the programs and sales team and understand the demand tendencies of our customers.
• Building and maintaining engine evaluation models.
• Ensure a consistent supply of serviceable material to satisfy customer demands in support of the business plan and forecast.
• Manage the profitability of each engine through setting acquisition pricing and sales pricing.
• Evaluating engines for acquisition and managing all tasks relating to the disassembly of the engine and repair of the material.
• Setting the repair strategy for continued-time engines.
• Strategically manage vendor relationships.
• Work horizontally across the organization to provide commercial and technical support to the sales, acquisition, technical, and operations team.
• Support the management of consignment contracts and programs with external and internal customers.
• Establishing sales price for parts and modules.
• Defining processes and material flow for engine programs, in coordination with the GE and Safran programs.
• Close collaboration with GE Aerospace and Safran CFM56 & LEAP teams.


Competencies

• Well-developed interpersonal and leadership skills
• Demonstrate a high level of personal integrity
• Maintain a Customer Focus
• Ability to work on multiple projects and remain detail-oriented
• An advanced level of business and commercial acumen
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents, financial data/reports, and operational data
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Job Requirements

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, supply chain or a related field with a minimum of seven years of aviation experience, preferably with aircraft engine experience

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of aviation used serviceable material market
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Knowledge of repair and supply chain management procedures and workflow activities
• Knowledge of FAA record requirements as they pertain to used engine or aircraft parts
• Experienced in utilizing engine or aircraft maintenance manuals
• Demonstrated ability to lead others through direct and indirect influence

Supervisory Responsibility

The role has supervisory responsibility for program management coordinators.

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Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, & photocopiers.


Travel

Travel may be required, including internationally, up to 15%.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

3051 W Airfield Dr, GrapevineTX 76051

Texas

Texas United States

100,000

employees worldwide

27

Number of countries where Safran is located