Director, Repairs
Job details
General information
Entity
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.
Safran Cabin designs, certifies, manufactures and supports innovative aircraft cabin interiors, equipment and systems, providing airlines and OEM Customers with distinctive aircraft branding, and their passengers with a safe, comfortable and enjoyable flying experience.
Reference number
2026-176304
Job details
Domain
Production
Job field / Job profile
Manufacture assembly and repair - Production/ repair manager
Job title
Director, Repairs
Employment @type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
Here, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip.
Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience. In the role of Director, Repairs you'll play a pivotal part on our Repairs team. The Repair Station Director oversees the planning, logistics, repair activity and customer services for aircraft interior parts in need of repair. They will manage the teams that are responsible for the activities necessary to run the repair station from end to end.
This position contributes to our vision by:
Drive the teams to adhere to company specifications, work instructions, engineering prints and work orders.
Ensure proper documentation of the materials used in the process to maintain traceability.
Create and manage performance metrics. Work with the teams to analyzes variances to determine & implement corrective actions.
Develop strategic plans for resources required.
Sponsor problem solving, root cause corrective action and recovery planning.
Manage teams that process Warranty-repair orders/Claims.
Establish systems and processes to communicate with the other departments to resolve any issues that compromise the promised delivery date of the repaired part.
Sponsor the implementation of visual metrics, presentations and reports. Provide internal reporting, including project review presentations.
Develop and execute strategic plans to continuously improve TAT (Turn-Around-Time).
Manage the customer service representative team as the customer contact point for the repair station. Support any escalations or enquires. Ensure customers are kept informed through excellent customer service.
Sponsor the creation or improvement of repair station tracking reports.
Monitor repair station KPIs and reports for off-site repair shop within Safran.
Manage the teams that follow up with other Safran repair sites & vendors to ensure on time part delivery.
Manage the planning and logistics teams that support the repair station including; planners, stockroom clerks, coordinators, shipping clerks.
Supervisor Responsibilities:
Oversees the duties of subordinate Managers and Supervisors, which supervise exempt and non-exempt employees in Repairs Departments.
The Director of Repairs is responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the department's activities.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
General Duties:
All employees have an affirmative duty to protect and maintain the confidentiality of the Safran products.
All employees are required to productively react to change and handle other essential tasks as assigned now or in the future.
Other duties maybe assigned
But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)
Safran Cabin is #1 worldwide for aircraft interiors.
Here, you will build your skills and grow with a community of experts to enrich yourself every day.
Here, collaboration is embodied within the diversity of our teams all around the world.
Here, we're cutting our emissions, not your ambitions.
Together, let's shape the sustainable future of aeronautics. Learn more about Safran Cabin!
Why join us?
US EEO statements:
At Safran Cabin, we provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability/medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Cabin TA:
Your Benefits: Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, and employee discounts & rewards for consumer products/services and more!
Management roles may be eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.
The expected salary range for this position is between $133,230 - $209,360 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, and other factors permitted by law.
Candidate skills & requirements
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree or higher
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of supply chain and/or program management and/or operations in aerospace, automotive or mechanical manufacturing environment
Minimum of 5 years of experience leading teams.
Minimum of 2 years in a Part145 repair environment
Computer Skills:
Windows operating system, MS Word and Excel
Other Skills:
Previous experience in planning or managing projects, as well as, the ability to develop, lead, motivate working teams. Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, proficient ability to solve problems.
Problem solving, well organized, detailed oriented and accurate.
This job posting has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.
Annual salary
$133,230 - $209,360 USD
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, California, Los Angeles
City (-ies)
Carson
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 5 years
ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency
No
