Who we are:
AerSale® is a global leader and spanet innovator specializing in aviation products and services to meet the growing demand for afterspanet support in global passenger, cargo, and government segments. Featuring complete aircraft nose-to-tail, value-added offerings, including Aircraft & Component Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Services (MRO), Aircraft & Engine Sales and Leasing, Used Serviceable Material (USM) Sales and Parts Exchange, Flight Equipment Asset Management Services, Internally developed aircraft and component modifications (engineered solutions) designed to enhance aircraft performance and operating economics (e.g. AerSale®, AerTrak® and AerAware). 
For more information, visit us at www.aersale.com.

What we Offer:
• Medical Insurance
• 100 Employer Paid Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with Employer Contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Education Reimbursement (related field)
• Employee Referral Program and Recognition Program
• Paid Holidays and 15 Paid Time-Off Days annually

Job Description:

Job Summary: Reporting to the leader of Engineered Solutions, the Manager, Program Management is accountable for building the department with the capabilities to successfully manage AerSale Engineered Solutions customer and R&D product development programs while also managing assigned programs. The Manager, Program Management ensures the department and Team are meeting requirements, delivering quality products within specifications and contract, on schedule and within budget. Partners with Engineered Solutions leadership team to continue to refine the business management system and support profitable scaling and growth. Contributes significantly to creating sustained business and AerSale enterprise value.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Builds out the Program Management Department and Function within AerSale Engineered Solutions, establishing necessary process, protocol, and toolsets to meet program, business unit and enterprise goals.

• Hires and retains world class Program Management Talent.

• Works with Partners and Customers to develop program plans and execute flawlessly.

• Has overall accountability of the program profit and loss (P&L) and ensures execution to profitability goals.

• Oversees the Team leading the entire program lifecycle from initiation to closure ensuring all necessary managerial tools are in place to meet program and enterprise goals.

• Ensures Program Integrated Schedules are developed and updated on a regular basis.

• Develops and maintains positive customer relationships as either the primary point of contact or through direct reports.

• Establishes and ensures timely maintenance of Program Management Tools including Program Management Plan, Data Requirements Matrix, Program Action Item List, Risk Matrix, etc.

• Leads and coordinates commercial and proprietary discussions with Customer, Finance and Sales.

• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with Program Team Members.

• Trains and coaches direct reports and Program Team members to meet program and business needs in alignment with AerSale Values.

• Ensures effective risk management processes are in place.

• Ensures effective program change management process are in place and ensures changes are asserted for when appropriate.

• Leads the development, coordination and implementation of solutions to problems.

• Ensures necessary program meetings are scheduled and attended in accordance with program lifecycle needs (e.g., ITCM, PDR, CDR, FAI).

• Reports program status on a regular basis.

• Participates in proposal preparation as needed.

• Develops, monitors and reports required business metrics for all assigned programs.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Some travel may be required.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or equivalent aerospace program management experience.  MBA preferred.

• Minimum of ten (10) years leading commercial aerospace product development STC programs.

• Minimum of five (5) years supervisory experience required.

• Experience in managing electrical / avionics LRU programs strongly preferred.

• Work experience in a research and development environment strongly preferred.

• PMP certification required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Leadership, critical thinking, business acumen, innovation, collaboration, written and verbal communication, presentation, analytical thinking, customer focus, attention to detail.

• Creative problem solver, able to coach others to solve problems independently and in group settings.

• Adapts well to changing priorities in a dynamic environment.

• Ability to manage a portfolio of projects and programs of high complexity.

• Strong MS Project Skills.

• Strong working knowledge of Program Management processes and tools.

• Strong familiarity with the STC design process and program lifecycle, including FAA and foreign regulatory authorities on large transport category aircraft.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, negotiation skills and leadership skills.

• Ability to calculate moderate to complex mathematical functions.

• Strong understanding of accounting rules, margin analysis, and financial decision models.

• Proven ability to execute written contractual documents.

• Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Ability to understand complex operations from a broad perspective.

• Prior experience in establishing program management and business processes in an aerospace environment.

• Sound judgment and decision-making skills.

• Knowledge and effective practice of aerospace quality practices such as ISO9001 and/or AS9100.

• Working knowledge of quality and process improvement tools such as Six Sigma and LEAN.

• Experienced negotiator with the ability to manage conflict and negotiate resolutions.

• Must possess a current passport or be able to obtain one.

• Must be able to learn company systems.

• Hours may vary due to organizational need.

If you would like to see your career take flight, apply today!

Aersale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. As a Government Contractor Aersale takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to disability or veteran status. If you are an Individual with Disability and require any assistance with the application process please contact Human Resources at:  Monica.Rivas&64;aersale.com.