VP, Transformation

StandardAero; Scottsdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off starting on day one

Bonus opportunities

Learning and professional development

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Vice President of Transformation to drive modernization and continuous improvement initiatives across operational excellence, digital enablement, and agility. The role requires 10+ years of experience in the aerospace sector, with a strong focus on MRO operations and change management. The VP will lead cross-functional teams and ensure the adoption of best practices. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered, including healthcare and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in aerospace/aviation or related sectors.
• Deep expertise in MRO operations and enterprise change.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead MRO transformation strategy and process improvements.
• Drive major initiatives across digital workflows and automation.
• Establish KPIs for tracking transformation value creation.

Skills

Leadership

Change Management

Operational Excellence

Digital Transformation

Lean Methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business

Job description

Vice President of Transformation

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 will support you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.

The Vice President of Transformation will lead enterprise-wide modernization and continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational excellence, digital enablement, and business agility reporting to the SVP Global Ops. This role will drive measurable improvements in turnaround time, cost, quality, and customer satisfaction across StandardAero. The VP will work cross‑functionally to deliver a world‑class transformation roadmap aligned to business strategy, integrating best practices in lean, digitization, change management, and strategic program execution.

Locations: Scottsdale, AZ, San Antonio, TX, Dallas, TX, Cincinnati, OH, Maryville, TN, or near other US StandardAero facilities

What You’ll Do

• Develop and lead the MRO transformation strategy, aligning SAOS (Standard Aero Operating System) for cost competitiveness, customer satisfaction, and growth.
• Partner with functional leaders (operations, engineering, supply chain, quality, finance, IT) to deliver end-to-end process and system improvements.
• Lead a transformation office responsible for driving major initiatives across network optimization, digital workflows, predictive maintenance, shop floor automation, SIOP maturity, and cultural change.
• Drive lean maturity, OpEx culture, and standard work deployment across all MRO facilities.
• Establish KPIs and governance to track and report transformation value creation.
• Ensure effective change management and stakeholder engagement to support adoption and sustainment.
• Responsible for end-to-end management of complex, multi-site transformation projects across planning, execution, and sustainment processes. Develop strong project management discipline and provide a strong collaborative approach to stakeholder engagement.
• Serve as executive sponsor for major capital and technology deployment programs including ERP strategy.
• Benchmark against industry leaders to inform transformation priorities and investment cases.

Position Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the US.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial preferred), Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in aerospace/aviation or related industrial sectors with demonstrated success leading large-scale operational and digital transformations.
• Deep expertise in MRO operations, continuous improvement, and enterprise change.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required, must have a valid passport.

Preferred Characteristics

• MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent preferred.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills with executive presence.
• Strong business acumen and ability to translate strategy into execution.

Benefits That Make Life Better

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 5% vested.
• Paid Time Off starting on day one.
• Bonus opportunities.
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Learning and professional development opportunities.

About Us

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.