Manager, Operations

Job description

Manager, Operations

Job details

General information

Entity

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.

Safran Helicopter Engines is the world's leading manufacturer of helicopter engines, with more than 75,000 produced since being founded. It offers the widest range of helicopter turboshafts in the world and has more than 2,500 customers in 155 countries.

Reference number

2025-167549

Job details

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Manufacture assembly and repair - Workshop manager

Job title

Manager, Operations

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE

The position supervises the repair and overhaul process of SafranHE family of engines and accessories. The position participates in the organizational planning/reporting for all Operations activities and goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•Ensures that safety is a priority.

•Coordinates and implements training of assigned employees, and ensures that they are properly trained for each task they are performing.

•Monitors Key Performance Indicators (KPI's), defines and drives action plans to improve Performance.

•Reviews the performance and conducts performance evaluations of assigned personnel.

•Tracks and controls the output/throughput volume of assets through the shop.

•Ensures that priorities set by the Master Schedule are met and that issues are escalated to the Director of Operations.

•Communicates/measures shop and personnel performance in regards to Quality, Cost and Delivery.

•Measures, tracks and improves efficiencies of assigned personnel

•Responsible for preventative maintenance schedule on all shop equipment.

•Ensures 5S /cleanliness of shop and all work stations.

•Supports and implements all SafranHE and FAA rules and regulations.

•Travel required 5% internationally.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

SCOPE AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

•Supports and implements all SafranHE USA and FAA rules and regulations, SafranHE USA and management policies as well as Mission, Vision, & Values

•Assist in the planning of the future of SafranHE USA; for both near and long term

•Assigns and monitors work of assigned employees, including training and coaching; conducting of ongoing performance planning and appraisal; hiring, transferring, promoting, and managing performance and terminations; and recommending actions.

Candidate skills & requirements

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES – Education / Knowledge / Skills and Abilities

•Airframe license desired; Power Plant license required.

•Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year College or university preferred

• Two to five years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Intermediate Level – Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Annual salary

TBD

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, Texas

City (-ies)

Grand Prairie

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

Yes