Bachelor's degree or related experience in Aviation Management, Business, Engineering, or Aircraft Maintenance
5+ years of leadership experience in operations, strategy, planning, or engineering
5 years managing multiple complex aviation projects
Strong skills in Project Management, Engineering, and Finance
Excellent communication skills for interaction with all organizational levels
Ability to build presentations for senior leadership and prioritize multiple initiatives
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Responsibilities
Lead a team of 7 in managing fleet projects for United operations
Develop project timelines and monitor progress to ensure timely completion
Identify and mitigate potential risks proactively
Manage changes to project scope, schedule, or budget
Establish clear project objectives and detailed plans
Maintain effective communication with stakeholders and team members
Define resource requirements for project execution
Engage in budget approval processes and track project costs
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
Engagement in innovative projects with a focus on process improvement
Leadership role with significant impact on project execution
Access to advanced digital tools and systems for project management
Full Job Description
Description
The Sr Manager Engineering Authorization (EA) Planning & Execution will lead a team of 7 in the management of United operations fleet projects. They will ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. This role owns all aspects of Engineering Authorizations (EA) project execution, from planning and resource allocation to risk management and stakeholder communication and has a key role in collaborating with stakeholders (i.e.: Engineering, Supply Chain and Line and Base Planning) to maximize execution efforts. A keen focus on Process Improvement and Development of Digital Tools / Systems and KPI's will be required.
Develop realistic project timelines, monitor progress, and take corrective actions to ensure projects are completed on time with quality and safety at the forefront of decisions made.
Identify potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, and address risks proactively to minimize their impact on the projects.
Manage project changes to scope, schedule or budget to keep projects on track.
Identify and resolve problems effectively
Establish clear project execution objectives, defining scope of work, creating detailed plans, and identifying project milestones.
Maintain clear and effective communication with stakeholders, Team Members, and Management ensuring satisfactory reporting and operating rhythms
Define resource (labor / supply chain) requirements against overall fleet projects and work locations to ensure timely and effective project execution
Engage in AFE approval process for project budget, track cost and ensure projects are completed within allocated budget
Motivate and lead Project Planning Teams, foster collaboration amongst stakeholders and ensure Team Members are engaged and productive
Qualifications
What's needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
Bachelor's degree or related experience in Aviation Management, Business, Engineering, Aircraft Maintenance, or related field
5+ years of leadership experience in operations, strategy, planning, forecasting, engineering, or Continuous Improvement
5 years' experience in managing multiple complex projects in aviation
Leadership and Management, Technical Expertise, Problem Solving, Communication and Collaboration, Data Analysis, Crisis Management and continuous improvement
Be adept in building presentations for senior leadership team, juggling several projects and initiatives simultaneously through appropriate prioritization
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with ability to effectively interact at all levels (including executive) and team with all internal and external business partners
Strong Project Management, Engineering, and Finance skills
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering or project management
Airframe & Powerplant License, Project Management Professional (PMP)
Experience in Airline Maintenance planning and analysis functions
Leadership experience in a technical operation environment
LEAN and A3 Problem solving
About United Air Lines, Inc
United Airlines is a major American airline that operates a large domestic and international route network. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois and is a founding member of the Star Alliance, the world's largest airline alliance. United Airlines operates a fleet of over 800 aircraft and serves more than 350 destinations in over 50 countries.
