Bombardier

Operations Manager - Engines

Bombardier • $90K — $120K *
Wichita, KS 67212In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 7 years of experience in an aircraft maintenance facility, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
  • Knowledge of process improvement methodologies.
  • Familiarity with accounting principles and financial reporting.
  • Understanding of Environmental, Health & Safety regulations.
  • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Effective planning and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

  • Develop the annual maintenance department budget and manage vendor invoices.
  • Achieve monthly financial goals related to maintenance operations.
  • Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and customer quality standards.
  • Maintain adherence to OSHA guidelines and environmental laws.
  • Cooperate with customers to address inquiries related to maintenance invoices.
  • Identify staff training needs to uphold workforce qualifications and productivity.
  • Collect and analyze maintenance data to enhance performance trends.

Benefits

  • Flexible and hybrid work policies.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Supportive work environment promoting continuous improvement.
  • Chances for international collaboration and operational authority growth.
Full Job Description
Posting Start Date: 6/8/26

Requisition ID: 13806

Wichita, KS, USA, 67209

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

What are your contributions to the team?

  • Develop annual department budget including workforce requirements and approve payment of vendors' or suppliers' invoices
  • Achieve monthly financial objectives for the maintenance department i.e., labor margin, capital expenditures, and budgeted operating expenses
  • Ensure all maintenance performed and aircraft components meet FAA regulations, as well as customer quality expectations
  • Maintain compliance with all OSHA Health & Safety guidelines, as well as all Federal, State, and local environmental laws
  • Interface with customer representatives, coordinate customer communication activities and resolve any questions or disputes on customer invoiced for performed maintenance
  • Determine staff training needs to maintain work force qualifications and productivity
  • Ensure proper tooling and equipment is available to support operational requirements
  • Actively support and integrate continuous improvement activities into program procedures and processes
  • Collect and analyze service and maintenance data to identify trends and ensure margin performance is achieved
  • Assist in the development of strategic plans to support new programs and capabilities based on analysis of market trends.

Preferred
  • Develop and manage operational playbook for engine services that can be replicated across all network locations
  • Create MRT/AOG service offering and go-to-market strategy for customers outside BAS facilities
  • Support pursuit and execution of new OEM engine authorizations in coordination with global network requirements
  • Establish workflow processes from event planning through work order closure, ensuring efficiency and adherence to Bombardier standards
  • Maintain compliance with hazardous material handling, waste management, and PPE requirements


How to thrive in this role?

  • Have 7 years experience working in an aircraft maintenance facility environment with at least 1 year supervisory experience
  • Possess a Bachelors degree in related area or equivalent years of experience
  • Have working knowledge of process improvement methodology and application
  • Have accounting and budgeting principals acumen necessary to read and interpret profit/loss statements, financial reports, and meet financial objectives for assigned area and programs
  • Be familiar with Environmental, Health & Safety rules and regulations
  • Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
  • Possess strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to forecast labor and skill requirements
  • Have excellent presentation skills necessary to effectively communicate with customers and all levels of management
  • Demonstrate effective leadership and coaching skills with the ability to develop people
  • Have research and analytical skills necessary to collect, analyze, and interpret survey data, customer behaviors, and general trends within the applicable engine market
  • Possess proficient writing and computer skills

Preferred
  • Experience with Bombardier aircraft and engine platforms
  • Prior experience in startup or department-building roles
  • International operations experience


Now that you can see yourself in this role, apply and join the Bombardier Team!

Job Operations Manager - Engines

Primary Location Remote LJT

Organization Learjet Inc

Shift Any Shift

Employee Status Regular

Requisition 13806 Operations Manager - Engines

About Bombardier

Bombardier is a multinational aerospace and transportation company that designs, manufactures, and sells aircraft, trains, and related products and services. The company operates in two main segments: Aviation and Transportation. The Aviation segment includes business and commercial aircraft, as well as aerostructures and engineering services. The Transportation segment includes rail vehicles and related services. Bombardier was founded in 1942 and is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec. The company has operations in North America, Europe, and Asia.
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Size
13,400 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
1942
NASDAQ
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