Safran
Repair Station Manager
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 Aerosystems is one of the world leaders in aviation systems dedicated to aircraft and helicopter safety, as well as fluid and fuel management. The company is a key player in the field of flight safety (oxygen, evacuation, floatation) and participates in the decarbonization of aviation through enabling sustainable alternative fuels and new engine architectures. It has 5,200 employees in 7 countries.
Reference number
2025-165004
Job details
Domain
Production
Job field / Job profile
Manufacture assembly and repair - Production/ repair manager
Job title
Repair Station Manager
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
The Repair Station Manager is responsible for the overall FAA 145 repair station, leading and coordinating the local team, including repair technicians, customer service, supply chain, local HR, and continuous improvement functions.
Implements and sustains the business strategy in alignment with Safran Aerosystems' global objectives.
Accountable for the repair station's overall performance, including On-Time Delivery (OTD), quality, Health, Safety & Environment (HSE), as well as meeting budgeted sales and profitability targets.
Ensures full compliance with all regulatory, legal, social, safety, and ethical standards.
Drives innovation and leads the deployment of group-wide initiatives within the organization.
Supports the sales and customer service teams in managing relationships with key customers.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.
Animation of the quality and compliance to FAA 145 regulations
Responsible for the site's P&L and ensures Sales, Gross Profit, EBITDA, cash flow and working capital are on target
Ensures performance to Customers
Ensures that repair station personnel follow the regulations
Is in charge of achieving its sales targets through the sales/marketing and pricing team and through the Customer Support Representatives
Invests in capability development (capability duplication and Entry Into Service) and manages the CAPEX budget and projects achievement
Manages the business transfer projects
Manages the Building and all potential infrastructure projects
Comply with and ensure that direct reports adhere to policies/procedures and regulations, i.e., handbook, training requirements, state and federal regulations, etc.
Ensuring that all projects necessary for the repair station performance improvement or sustainability are launched and well managed.
But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)
Candidates for positions with SAU must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This description has been designed to indicate the general nature & level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities & qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status. SAU is committed to working with & providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical & mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail hr-sau.sao@safrangroup.com. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. SAU is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled | Drug Free Workplace.
Candidate skills & requirements
a) Knowledge and Skills
Aviation/Aerospace Component Repair Knowledge including CMM, Quality systems and manuals
Knowledge on the major production management basics and theory
Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
b) Competencies
Communication Proficiency
Team management
Computer Proficiency (Microsoft Suite)
Process Oriented
Business and Financial Acumen
Decision Making
Organizational Skills
Problem Solving/Data Analysis
Results Driven
Technical Capacity
Time Management
c) Education and/or Experience
Four years of college or completion of university program certificate; or minimum five (5) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
A&P License preferred
d) Communications Skills
Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret Aeronautics International regulations and standards
Ability to perform public presentation, reporting and synthesis
Ability to communicate with the authorities and certifications auditors, and with the Management regarding the quality system, audits findings and continuous improvement plan.
Ability to coordinate Quality, Environment, Health and Safety actions plans
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Ability to create presentations suitable to all levels of audience that may be required
Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
e) Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regular attendance is an essential job function.
Most work is conducted from a sitting position, however, both standing and walking are required as well as ability to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to travel - including international travel - approximately 15% of the time
Annual salary
commensurate with experience
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee
City (-ies)
Menomonee Falls
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 5 years
ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency
Yes
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 Aerosystems is one of the world leaders in aviation systems dedicated to aircraft and helicopter safety, as well as fluid and fuel management. The company is a key player in the field of flight safety (oxygen, evacuation, floatation) and participates in the decarbonization of aviation through enabling sustainable alternative fuels and new engine architectures. It has 5,200 employees in 7 countries.
Reference number
2025-165004
Job details
Domain
Production
Job field / Job profile
Manufacture assembly and repair - Production/ repair manager
Job title
Repair Station Manager
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
The Repair Station Manager is responsible for the overall FAA 145 repair station, leading and coordinating the local team, including repair technicians, customer service, supply chain, local HR, and continuous improvement functions.
Implements and sustains the business strategy in alignment with Safran Aerosystems' global objectives.
Accountable for the repair station's overall performance, including On-Time Delivery (OTD), quality, Health, Safety & Environment (HSE), as well as meeting budgeted sales and profitability targets.
Ensures full compliance with all regulatory, legal, social, safety, and ethical standards.
Drives innovation and leads the deployment of group-wide initiatives within the organization.
Supports the sales and customer service teams in managing relationships with key customers.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.
Animation of the quality and compliance to FAA 145 regulations
Responsible for the site's P&L and ensures Sales, Gross Profit, EBITDA, cash flow and working capital are on target
Ensures performance to Customers
Ensures that repair station personnel follow the regulations
Is in charge of achieving its sales targets through the sales/marketing and pricing team and through the Customer Support Representatives
Invests in capability development (capability duplication and Entry Into Service) and manages the CAPEX budget and projects achievement
Manages the business transfer projects
Manages the Building and all potential infrastructure projects
Comply with and ensure that direct reports adhere to policies/procedures and regulations, i.e., handbook, training requirements, state and federal regulations, etc.
Ensuring that all projects necessary for the repair station performance improvement or sustainability are launched and well managed.
But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)
Candidates for positions with SAU must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This description has been designed to indicate the general nature & level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities & qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status. SAU is committed to working with & providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical & mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail hr-sau.sao@safrangroup.com. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. SAU is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled | Drug Free Workplace.
Candidate skills & requirements
a) Knowledge and Skills
Aviation/Aerospace Component Repair Knowledge including CMM, Quality systems and manuals
Knowledge on the major production management basics and theory
Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
b) Competencies
Communication Proficiency
Team management
Computer Proficiency (Microsoft Suite)
Process Oriented
Business and Financial Acumen
Decision Making
Organizational Skills
Problem Solving/Data Analysis
Results Driven
Technical Capacity
Time Management
c) Education and/or Experience
Four years of college or completion of university program certificate; or minimum five (5) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
A&P License preferred
d) Communications Skills
Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret Aeronautics International regulations and standards
Ability to perform public presentation, reporting and synthesis
Ability to communicate with the authorities and certifications auditors, and with the Management regarding the quality system, audits findings and continuous improvement plan.
Ability to coordinate Quality, Environment, Health and Safety actions plans
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Ability to create presentations suitable to all levels of audience that may be required
Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
e) Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regular attendance is an essential job function.
Most work is conducted from a sitting position, however, both standing and walking are required as well as ability to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to travel - including international travel - approximately 15% of the time
Annual salary
commensurate with experience
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee
City (-ies)
Menomonee Falls
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 5 years
ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency
Yes