Job Description Summary
GE Aerospace supports regional customers by delivering high-quality aftermarket repair and overhaul services for both commercial and military avionics products. This position oversees the successful operation of the Avionics and Electromechanical workshop located in Brisbane Queensland ensuring customer satisfaction through the highest standards of avionics repairs customer service communication continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Reporting to the Operations Director and collaborating with peers and key stakeholders the Avionics Operations Manager will deliver industry-leading avionics component maintenance services while ensuring planned operational output for the business. This role includes hands-on repair activities product release and quality assurance checks to maintain aviation standards.
Job Description
Company Overview:
Working at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective innovative spirit drive and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team working to advance aerospace for future generations. If you have ideas we will listen. Join us and see your ideas take flight!
Site Overview:
GE Aerospace in Australia has sites in Brisbane Newcastle Richmond Bundamba and Matraville. Since 2005 weve driven innovation and supported avionics propeller and power systems across a diverse range of aircraft platforms for our customers. At our Brisbane facility youll work with highly skilled technicians on cutting-edge technology for civilian and military aircraft. We are committed to developing early career talent through student-focused programs and fostering a culture of respect and community support. Be part of a team that values giving back and making a difference in the aerospace industry.
Role Overview:
- Lead your team to achieve operational quality and safety goals managing 1020 direct reports including sub-leadership responsibilities.
- Interface with a diverse customer base on highly technical avionics products and service models.
- Drive continuous improvement on key operational metrics including:
- Safety Performance
- Warranties & Quality escapes
- On Time Delivery (OTD)
- Turn around time (TAT)
- Productivity
- Work in progress (WIP)
- Aging Work in progress (AWIP)
- Champion the implementation of FLIGHT DECK (GE Aerospaces proprietary lean operating system) by collaborating with the Lean leader and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Lead lean projects by analyzing operational data to deliver measurable improvements in business metrics.
- Develop a safe inclusive and high-performing team to support a professional and profitable avionics workshop.
- Act as the Responsible Manager for the workshop ensuring quality output participating in audits implementing corrective actions and fostering a positive quality culture.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum Diploma level or equivalent in a related aviation field (e.g. Aeroskills Aeronautical Electronics Electrical Engineering or Maintenance Management).
- Experience in program or avionics operational management.
- Knowledge of aircraft regulations standards and frameworks.
- Experience with Safety Management Systems (SMS) and the ability to produce required documentation.
- Extensive experience in performance management and training/development of direct reports.
- Strong understanding of avionics/electronic component maintenance and repair processes (e.g. IPC J-STD-001 soldering standards).
- Proven ability to identify develop plan and implement lean improvement projects.
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security clearance if required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certificate IV in Trainer/Assessor qualification.
- Formal supervision qualification (Certificate IV or above).
- Lean qualifications.
- Completed or currently pursuing a degree in Business or a related field.
- Flexibility to work across multiple time zones (e.g. locally US UK) and travel as needed.
- Strong interpersonal communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively in cross-functional teams
At GE Aerospace we have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen. Here you will have the opportunity to work on really cool things with really smart and collaborative people. Together we will mobilize a new era of growth in aerospace and defense. Where others stop we accelerate.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
Required Experience:
Manager