Job Description

Be part of the operations team for our first US aircraft assembly line for Pilatus.

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd. is launching a new PC-12 final assembly operation in Sarasota, Florida. To establish this operation successfully, we are seeking highly experienced professionals to join our operation organization and build up the IT landscape.

Successful candidates will complete approximately 3 - 6 months of advanced, hands-on training at Pilatus headquarters in Stans, Switzerland, working directly within the established IT department. Training will be performed during the initial 12 months of hiring.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Coordinates the SAP Key-Users at our subsidiary in Sarasota and oversees all processes and implemented solutions in the SAP area
• Serves as the local single point of contact (SPOC) in the SAP area and coordinates all needs and issues with our central SAP organization in Switzerland as well as giving our subsidiary in Sarasota a voice in our global organization
• Knows the location-specific features in our SAP solution for various SAP modules (PP, SCM, QM, EWM) and serves as the first point of contact for the various SAP product teams for location-specific questions
• Performs SAP customizing activities in coordination with the central SAP product teams
• Leads local SAP projects and coordinate defects and requirements

Other Duties/Responsibilities

• Works with a high level of autonomy, technical judgement, and ownership in all SAP-related matters
• Acts independently and makes informed decisions to ensure system and process stability during launch
• Leads by example in precision, compliance, and process discipline
• Supports early problem-solving efforts during launch and before full organizational maturity is reached

Requirements

Skills/Qualifications

• Completed IT-related training or degree; business informatics or similar education is an advantage
• Several years of professional experience with SAP S/4HANA (e.g., PP, SCM, QM, MM, EWM) and strong motivation to expand this knowledge
• Experience in project management is an advantage
• English as main language, German or Spanish is a strong advantage
• Enjoy working on challenging, high-impact projects with autonomy, responsibility, and initiative
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills
• This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.

What We Offer

• Unique opportunity to be part of Pilatus’ first US PC-12 assembly line
• International training assignment, cultural exchange, language training at Pilatus headquarters in Stans, Switzerland (approx. 3 - 6 months)
• Long-term career growth opportunities, including paths into Team Lead, Specialist or leadership roles as the program matures
• 11 paid holidays a year, plus 15 days of paid vacation time, and 6 days of paid sick/personal time to start with an increase to 20 days of paid vacation time after 5 years with Pilatus
• 90% of medical, dental, and vision premiums paid for single coverage and 80% for family coverage, averaging $9,600 annually
• Monthly health savings account (HSA) contributions totaling $2,250 for single coverage and $3,000 for family coverage annually
• 401(k) retirement plan matching up to 6%
• Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid in full

The hiring range is $78,000 - $120,000 per year. This range represents Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd.’s estimate of the compensation reasonably expected for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including relevant skills and experience, education, job location, internal equity, market data, and business considerations. The hiring range may be modified in the future based on business or market conditions. Any bonus, incentive compensation, benefits, or other forms of compensation are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans, programs, and policies and may be modified in accordance with applicable law.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application as soon as possible. Please note that this announcement may close at any time; early applications are encouraged.

With over 3,000 employees and about 200 apprentices at its headquarters in Stans, Switzerland, completion center in Broomfield, Colorado, and multiple service centers across Westminster, MD, Rock Hill, SC, Chamblee, GA and Sarasota, FL, the Pilatus family unites people from over 40 countries. We offer a secure, innovative, international, and sustainable work environment. Courage, vision, and outstanding performance have made us a strong company. Our culture is shaped by a high level of quality awareness, close customer relationships, and a high degree of employee commitment.

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.