Director, Propulsion and Component Engineering United States, Georgia, AtlantaTechOps01-May-2024Ref #: 24699How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)Technical Operations is seeking a Director of Propulsion and Component Engineering. The successful incumbent will be responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operations of Delta’s engines, APUs and components. The successful candidate will lead a diverse group of direct reports with a broad scope of responsibility in a complex environment. They must have a history of validated leadership and possess a high level of accountability for achieving strategic and operational results. The position will report directly to the Vice President of Engineering, Quality and Safety based in Atlanta, Georgia.Primary Function:
Accountable for implementation of all applicable federal and EASA regulations and mandated activity including airworthiness directives affecting propulsion and components.
Collaborate with OEMs and regulatory agencies through the appropriate FAA contact points to Delta (Chief Engineer, Director of Quality Assurance).
Develop both strategic and tactical plans which create a safety conscious environment that results in operational/employee safety and well-being.
Identify and implement TechOps cost savings initiatives to build and maintain premier cost structures while ensuring safe operations and balancing operational reliability.
Supporting TechOps strategic MRO vision.
Supporting Supply Chain strategic vision and contract negotiations.
Supporting TechOps Engine and Component Maintenance operations.
Ensure oversight of technical projects and initiatives using metrics and action plans.
Partner with Finance and Operations on project approval and implementation.
Monitor engine/component performance for indication of negative trends, resolve root cause, develop first time-fix corrective actions, and implement solutions.
Institutionalize the use of Predictive Maintenance to reduce cost and drive operational reliability.
Develop a highly effective team that demonstrates ownership and is Innovative and collaborative.
Develop highly effective cross-divisional relationships.
Provide communication to Tech Ops Leadership for significant or emerging issues on assigned equipment and responsibilities.
Promote the development of direct reports.
What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)
Frontline operational leadership experience preferred.
Candidate must be adept at interrogating data, performing cost/benefit analysis, and fostering change within the department.
Experience in aviation industry component. support organizations or OEM roles in component performance to required specifications are a plus
Must possess leadership, communication, and technical authoritative skills to be successful.
Ability to think strategically and demonstrate sound decision making in a high pressure, time critical environment.
Successful candidate will be a composed, empathic, and visible leader with the skill to build high performing teams.
Must be a team player.
Proven experience championing large, complex interdepartmental development efforts.
Strong organizational leadership, influencing, and negotiating skills.
Ability to multi-task and drive closure of open issues/concerns.
Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.
Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.
Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.
Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)
Bachelor's degree in a related Engineering field
MBA strongly preferred
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