Operations Manager

Northrop Grumman

Fairbairn, Australia
Hybrid
Part 145 maintenance organisation leadership
Maintenance control systems knowledge
Regulatory compliance expertise
As the Operational and Ground Handling Lead for the Special Purpose Aircraft Business Unit, you will oversee all maintenance and support activities to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient aircraft operations

Job Summary

  • As the Operational and Ground Handling Lead for the Special Purpose Aircraft Business Unit, you will oversee all maintenance and support activities to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient aircraft operations.
  • We offer 18 weeks paid parental leave, flexible working options including hybrid working and 9-day fortnights, health and wellbeing programs, and ongoing career progression opportunities.
  • Northrop Grumman Australia is committed to safeguarding Australia’s future by delivering pioneering technology and building a great place to work with a supportive culture.

Matching Summary

As the Operational and Ground Handling Lead for the Special Purpose Aircraft Business Unit, you will oversee all maintenance and support activities to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient aircraft operations.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Part 145 Maintenance Organisation leadership
  • Maintenance control systems knowledge
  • Regulatory compliance expertise
  • Security clearance NV1 AGSVA
  • Aircraft maintenance coordination
  • Operational and ground handling management

Nice-to-have

  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Promote Just Culture and open reporting
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Continuous improvement focus

Key Requirements

  • Australian citizenship
  • NV1 AGSVA security clearance eligibility
  • Formal Aviation Management, Engineering, or Aircraft Trade qualifications
  • Experience with OEM service literature
  • Experience in aviation maintenance leadership

Work Rights

Must have Australian citizenship

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