Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of
At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.
As an Operations Manager, you’ll oversee evening operations to ensure aircraft components are repaired, maintained, and returned on time, safely, and in compliance with strict aviation regulations.
What you’ll do:
Directs the production planning and scheduling process according to sales volume, sales mix, inventory requirements and materials availability.
Plans day-to-day operations, assigns manpower, authorizes overtime and controls costs.
Monitors production yields on a daily basis; makes adjustments as necessary to maintain delivery schedules.
Coordinates and liaises with production, supply, engineering and customer service to ensure production standards and goals are achieved.
Establishes and implements policies and procedures needed to achieve the business unit's strategic operating goals.
Performs capacity planning for equipment, floor space and manpower requirements in accordance with forecasted workload.
Builds and develops team approaches to problem solving and continuous improvement concepts within the assigned area.
Produces and maintains measures of performance to graphically display performance-related strengths and weaknesses within the cell.
Performs administrative activities necessary for the effective management of the cell, including the selecting of employees, pay administration, budget administration, employee safety, employee counseling and motivation, organization goals and objectives, and planning, organizing, integrating and measuring the work performed within the cell.
Actively participates in the business unit management team(s), assisting with the development and realization of strategic plans, budgets, goals and outcomes.
Exercises authority in hiring, training, career development, performance appraisal, salary adjustments, promotion, discipline, health, safety and the general employee relations of direct reports.
Carries out special projects as assigned.
May perform cell production tasks as required, depending on cell size and technical qualifications.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration or related discipline.
Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
Must be authorized to work in the US.
Desired Skills
Strong planning, organizational, analytical, leadership, interpersonal, decision making, oral and written communication skills.
Strong project management skills.
Ability to read, understand, and follow company instructions, company processes, administrative policies and procedures, and export compliance regulations.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
Working knowledge of production management computer systems.
Benefits that make life better:
Comprehensive Healthcare
401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
Paid Time Off starting on day one
Bonus opportunities
Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Life & AD&D Insurance
Learning & Training opportunities
Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911
With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.
Inclusivity Is Our Standard
It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy) sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.

StandardAero is organized in two distinctive divisions, Engine Services and Component Repair Services. These two divisions represent the core strengths of StandardAero, our exhaustive engine maintenance, repair and overhaul services capabilities and our significant portfolio of component repair services for business aviation, commercial aviation, military, fixed wing, helicopter and industrial power customers. To deliver our mission, we employ nearly 7,500 talented and experienced professional, administrative and technical employees that work in 49 primary facilities worldwide, with additional strategically located regional service and support centers all across the globe.
StandardAero is OEM authorized and approved for aircraft and rotorcraft engines, auxiliary power units, components; airframe services including major alterations; FAA authorized avionics capabilities; comprehensive engineering services; and custom exterior and interior design, completion, and paint. We provide these capabilities through our network of specialized facilities and mobile service teams.
We’ve solved some of the biggest aviation challenges through ingenuity, teamwork and collaboration. Our culture is built on respect, open communication and recognition for a job well done. We focus on teamwork to create a supportive environment where everyone can bring their skills and perspectives to the table. With over 100 years of experience in the aviation industry, we have the stability, resources and training to help our team achieve their career goals.