Lead Operational Excellence. Drive Growth. Shape the Future of Aviation MRO.
Tasks
What will you be responsible for?
As Chief Operating Officer, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across LTLGS, working closely with the CEO and CFO to translate business strategy into outstanding operational performance.
Leading Operations and Engineering, you will drive safety, quality, airworthiness, on‑time delivery, productivity and cost performance while embedding Lean and continuous improvement.
This is a highly visible senior leadership role, responsible for building high‑performing teams, optimising capacity and resources, strengthening operational excellence and supporting sustainable business growth in a highly regulated aviation MRO environment.
Requirements
What you’ll need?
Degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management or related discipline.
Significant senior management/director‑level experience in Aerospace, Aviation MRO, aircraft component maintenance, engineering or highly regulated manufacturing.
Proven leadership of Operations and Engineering in a complex, safety‑critical environment.
Strong knowledge of aircraft/component maintenance and preferably EASA Part‑145.
Proven Lean, continuous improvement and operational transformation experience.Strong production planning, capacity, resource and KPI management experience.
Experience managing budgets and delivering financial and operational targets.
Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP, and data‑driven decision making.
Strong knowledge of Quality, HSE and regulatory requirements.
Visible, accountable and collaborative leadership style with strong commercial judgement.
Please note you must currently be eligible to work and remain indefinitely without any restrictions in the UK.
Contact
Kevin Henry
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Chief Operating Officer (COO) in London employer: Lufthansa Technik Landing Gear Services UK
Lufthansa Technik Landing Gear Services UK is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Hayes where collaboration and innovation thrive. Employees benefit from comprehensive professional development opportunities, a strong focus on sustainability, and the chance to engage with diverse teams across various functions, making it a rewarding place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the aviation industry.
Contact Details:
Lufthansa Technik Landing Gear Services UK Recruitment Team
