SDM - Aircraft Manager

Company Description

Who are we?
At Scalian, we are a leading multinational engineering consulting firm with 6,500 specialists and over 30 years of experience. We are specialized in Industrial Performance (Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, and Project Management) and Digital Systems (IT & Software and Systems Engineering).

Our expertise serves various technological sectors such as the aerospace, defense, rail, and energy industries while providing distinctive support to their development and operations.

Are you an experienced SDM - Aircraft Manager?
If your answer is yes, it's your lucky day as we are looking for a dynamic and talented person to join our team in the US!

What will your role be?
The SDM - Aircraft Manager will be responsible for overseeing aircraft assembly production progress, coordinating cross-functional manufacturing activities, and ensuring production objectives are achieved within schedule and operational targets. This role serves as a key operational interface between manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, engineering, and quality teams to drive production flow, resolve constraints, and maintain visibility across all stages of aircraft assembly.

The ideal candidate will possess strong manufacturing coordination, production management, and operational problem-solving capabilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced aerospace environment. This position requires strong shop floor presence, attention to detail, and the ability to anticipate risks impacting production schedules and assembly completion.

Job Description

• Manage aircraft production progress and outstanding work throughout the manufacturing lifecycle following MSN tracking
• Coordinate and interface with internal departments including Supply Chain, Logistics, Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams
• Support and secure aircraft assembly production activities across all production areas feeding final assembly operations
• Monitor manufacturing flow and production status to ensure adherence to schedule and operational objectives
• Track and report production progress through LOB trackers, work orders, and ERP systems while validating physical shop floor status
• Identify, escalate, and support resolution of quality issues, missing parts, material shortages, and resource constraints
• Provide production visibility and operational updates across 2-, 3-, and 6-month manufacturing windows
• Anticipate production bottlenecks and coordinate mitigation actions to minimize schedule impacts
• Collaborate with expeditors and supply chain teams to monitor part availability and delivery timelines
• Support production recovery plans and operational improvement initiatives to maintain manufacturing efficiency
• Prepare production status reports, dashboards, and executive updates for leadership and stakeholders
• Maintain strong communication and coordination across cross-functional manufacturing and operations teams
• Support continuous improvement efforts focused on production flow, schedule adherence, and operational performance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or aerospace production environment
• Minimum of 2 years of experience managing manufacturing, production, or operational projects
• Degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field strongly preferred
• Experience working within aerospace manufacturing or aircraft assembly operations preferred
• Strong understanding of production tracking, manufacturing flow, and operational coordination
• Ability to work effectively on the shop floor in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments and stakeholders
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly to changing operational needs
• Experience working with ERP systems, production trackers, and manufacturing reporting tools preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to learn new processes, systems, and operational methodologies
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 30 lbs

Additional Information

• To acquire experience in different critical industries and projects while working for the same company
• To have a competitive salary and a great benefits package
• To access trainings focused on expanding your knowledge while staying up to date with cutting-edge technologies and best practices
• To have a clear career development plan that suits your goals
• To have the possibility of working abroad through our mobility program thanks to our international presence
• To join a dynamic, specialized, and fast-growing group where communication is key and every team member is valued
• To be part of a team where having fun is essential