Aviation Maintenance Center Manager (German Speaker)

Jetfly Technik GmbH is part of the Jetfly Aviation Group, Jetfly is a leader of fractional ownership in Europe for both business and private aviation. Jetfly Technik is our Aircraft Maintenance Center based in Zweibrucken. We guarantee comprehensive product support over the entire life cycle of a Pilatus aircraft. Our teams are experienced specialists trained by Pilatus who look after our aircraft to the highest standards.

Our company is actively seeking for a highly skilled and motivated PART 145 Base & Line Maintenance – Maintenance Center Manager to play a pivotal role in overseeing and coordinating our Maintenance Center. The Maintenance Center Manager will be responsible for the overall performance of line, base and workshop maintenance activities.

PART 145 Base & Line Maintenance Management:

Leadership & Team Management:

• Provide leadership, management and administration of all employees (hangar & support functions)
• Lead organizational and cultural transformation initiatives, driving change management across all teams
• Develop and implement comprehensive HR strategies including talent development, succession planning, and cultural evolution

Safety & Compliance:

• Lead and drive the personnel safety program, taking ownership of safety initiatives beyond reporting
• Promote a Just Culture and ensure comprehensive incident and occurrence reporting through the Company Safety Management System
• Develop and oversee the approval of the maintenance organization exposition and associated procedures
• Assist management with quality audits, findings, corrective and preventative actions

Training & Development:

• Design, implement and manage comprehensive training plans and systems for all maintenance trades
• Ensure regulatory compliance training programs are effectively delivered
• Drive continuous skill development to enhance quality, efficiency, and operational flexibility

Performance & Business Management:

• Monitor operational performance and business KPIs, providing regular briefings, guidance, and support to teams
• Set direction aligned with Company vision and strategy, leading and developing Team Leaders and operational teams
• Take accountability for operational and commercial performance of the Maintenance Center
• Manage costs and budget, develop business cases to support operational, business or recruitment needs

Commercial & Strategic Activities:

• Define and execute commercial strategy within agreed scope (to be defined in collaboration with JFA)
• Manage third-party contractual agreements within defined parameters
• Drive continuous process improvement using technologies, data analytics and innovative methods

Profile:

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in industrial environments
• Minimum 3 years of management experience with proven track record in change management

Language Requirements:

• English language, both written and spoken (mandatory)
• German language proficiency (mandatory) - essential for effective leadership and cultural transformation in a predominantly German-speaking workforce
• French would be a plus

Technical Knowledge:

• Comprehensive knowledge of EASA Part-145 requirements and Human Factors
• Deep understanding of Part 66 & Part-M regulations

Personal Qualities:

• Excellent communicator with strong change management capabilities
• Flexible, perseverant, positive attitude and solution-focused approach
• Highly motivated team player with exceptional attention to detail
• Proven ability to lead cultural transformation initiatives