Director of Repair Operations

Director of Repair Operations 

Location: Montreal, QC, CA

ABOUT FTAI AVIATION LTD. (NASDAQ: FTAI)

FTAI owns and maintains commercial jet engines with a focus on CFM56 and V2500 engines. FTAI’s propriety portfolio of products, including the Module Factory and a joint venture to manufacture engine PMA, enables it to provide cost savings and flexibility to our airline, lessor, and maintenance, repair, and operations customer base. Additionally, FTAI owns and leases jet aircraft which often facilitates the acquisition of engines at attractive prices. FTAI invests in aviation assets and aerospace products that generate strong and stable cash flows with the potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation.

FTAI operates globally and has offices in New York, Miami, Montréal, Singapore. Dubai, United Kingdom and Ireland.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Director of Operations is responsible for leading and optimizing all component repair shop operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and profitable delivery of services. This role provides strategic and operational leadership across production, quality, safety, workforce planning, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with regulatory and customer requirements. The Director, Operations drives operational excellence by aligning resources, managing financial performance, developing high-performing teams, and fostering a culture of accountability, quality, and continuous improvement. Working closely with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Quality, and Global Repair Operations, this leader plays a key role in achieving business objectives, enhancing customer satisfaction, and supporting the organization's long-term growth strategy

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of repair shop floor operations, including maintenance equipment, ensuring alignment with business objectives and commitments.
• Accountable for departmental budget development and control, including support for CAPEX initiatives, in line with overall business and corporate objectives.
• Strategically align resources to accomplish required work in accordance with customer orders and business commitments.
• Drive the implementation and follow-up of all Quality, Training, 6S, and Environment, Safety, and Health (ES&H) policies and initiatives.
• Lead initiatives to resolve non-conformance and audit findings within required timelines.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and development support to direct reports.
• Contribute to the development of short-term and long-range business plans.
• Deliver and/or exceed Key Performance Indicator (KPI) metrics (e.g., ES&H, Quality, Turn Around Time (TAT), Productivity, Cost), ensuring P&L and Balance Sheet commitments are met.
• Initiate and drive Root Cause/Corrective Action programs as required across operations.
• Collaborate with Global Component Repair and FTAIC Repair Engineering teams to support new repair developments aligned with overall business strategy.
• Maintain and foster a constructive Management/Union relationship while respecting the CBA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business/ engineering or equivalent industry experience, masters preferred
• 10+ years relevant experience in aviation/aerospace or MRO industry
• Leadership and proven supervision capabilities
• Proven experience in a Component Repair environment
• Fluent in French & English
• Leadership – team management, Impact and Influence
• Ability to summarize, Organizational planning and Problem solver
• Capacity to delegate, Awareness of controls and Priority Management
• Organizational skills and Tolerance to Stress. 
• Initiative and creativity – Results-oriented

What we offer you:

• Competitive compensation
• Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves
• Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment
• Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals)
• A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions
• Medical Travel Insurance
• Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations
• A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions on your first day of employment, that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning

Equal Opportunity Statement:

FTAI Aviation is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to excellence in serving all customers, including people with disabilities, and we encourage feedback on the provision of these services.

Language Requirements in Quebec:

Intermediate level knowledge of English is necessary for aeronautical personnel to meet regulatory requirements, understand technical procedures and instructions, and document entries regarding work performed on the aeronautical product for customers outside Quebec