Compass Aviation Group · 21 hours ago
VP OEM Deliveries - Contractor
Compass Aviation Group is a global provider of aircraft technical services, supporting leading lessors and airlines worldwide. They are seeking an experienced VP OEM Deliveries to lead and manage the technical delivery of new-build aircraft from Airbus and Boeing production facilities, ensuring compliance and effective aircraft deliveries.
Responsibilities
The OEM Delivery Manager will as part of the OEM Deliveries team support the clients OEM team activities and manage it's delivery stream with Airbus and Boeing factories from build thru to final delivery
Oversee all technical aspects of the delivery of new aircraft and will liaise with other teams within the clients organisation to ensure compliance with their Purchase Agreement along with the build standard of any Sale Lease-Back (SLB) aircraft that they agree to purchase
Develop key relationships with other staff, the OEMs and customer airlines, at all levels of management, to ensure effective aircraft deliveries and redeliveries
As part of Powerplant and Production team, develop and continually optimise best-in-class processes with the aircraft OEMs and customers to achieve timely and safe, efficient aircraft deliveries and maintain them as best-in class lessor
Continually lead and participate discussions with Aircraft OEMs on efficient production processes and interaction and gain and maintain trust of OEMs and customers
Ensure that the aircraft specifications and records are uploaded to internal systems
Represent when necessary the client at industry and OEM conferences ensuring an effective agenda is set to maximise the return to the business
Engage, direct and project manage when required other consultants working on behalf of the client within Airbus ensuring they have the best talent available
Support negotiation of LOI’s/ Leases for new and used aircraft as necessary to ensure the highest standards of asset protection are enshrined on the engines
Provide expert technical commercial knowledge throughout the leasing lifecycle to all our stakeholders
As part of airline deal teams, maintain close relationships with our customers at all levels with particular reference to senior technical personnel
Actively engage and lead discussions with industry participants to ensure the client is current with all aspects of the aircraft production and delivery function
Other tasks as directed by the EVP Powerplant and Production
Qualification
Required
5+ years' experience in engine MRO / OEM / Leasing and/or Airline Operations essential, engaging with all levels of management
A minimum of a recognised degree in Aeronautical or other relevant Engineering discipline or FAA/EASA licensed aircraft mechanics qualification, and/or equivalent Aircraft OEM qualifications
Knowledge of and experience in aircraft deliveries, and OEM delivery processes essential
In depth technical / commercial knowledge of commercial aircraft delivery and operation
Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage multiple projects to tight timelines within budgetary constraints essential
Flexibility and willingness to travel worldwide, often on short notice essential