Technical Project Manager

Santos Dumont Limited  is currently accepting applications for the full-time position of Technical Project Manager based in Dublin, Ireland. (Applicants residing in other locations will also be considered.)

Reporting to: Chief Technical Officer

Responsibilities and key accountabilities:

  • Delivering project management solutions to customers including airlines, leasing companies and/or financial institutions.

  • Contributing to the development of project management processes and reporting to customers at agreed intervals.

  • Responsible for all technical aspects of aircraft and engine deliveries/redeliveries acceptance and returns.

  • Reviewing technical documentation for accuracy, correctness and completeness.

  • Providing proactive advice on aircraft and engine specific technical/leasing matters.

  • Co-ordinating discussions and managing meetings with customers and stakeholders

  • Providing technical expertise/support in relation to aircraft acquisition/disposal transactions.

  • Managing all technical aspects in respect of contracted aircraft/engine maintenance events.

  • Management of technical consultant teams.

Skills and Experience:

  • Engineering Degree or equivalent qualification.

  • 5+ years’ experience working for an airline, MRO, OEM, Lessor, CAMO or aircraft management company.

  • Experience in aircraft transitions and aircraft delivery/redelivery/repossession projects.

  • Experienced in leading and carrying out aircraft inspections, maintenance status assessments, and airworthiness evaluations.

  • Understanding and experience of airworthiness directives, regulations and mandates.

  • Understanding of aircraft maintenance planning and CAMO requirements.

  • Computer proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project.

Competencies:

·        Sound business knowledge and judgement, with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

·        Competent at auditing aircraft records.

·        High attention to accuracy and detail.

·        Proven project management expertise.

·        Excellent time management and ability to identify priority tasks.

·        Capable of distilling information into key takeaways and presenting reports in a clear and concise manner.

·        Team player with excellent collaborative and communication skills and a proven ability to influence others.

·        Flexibility with working hours and willing to travel at short notice, for extended periods if necessary.

·        Commercial awareness: commercially focused approach aimed at completion of projects on time and on budget; and management of supplier/stakeholder relationships while balancing technical requirements, cost, risk and business objectives.

Please send CV with cover letter to careers@santosdumont.com.