Lead Operations Support Specialist – MRO

Lead Operations Support Specialist – MRO

Company:

Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited

Lead Operations Support Specialist – MRO

Introduction:

At Boeing Defence UK our successful Rotorcraft Support Services for Chinook maintenance requires an Operations Specialist for our Gosport site in support of the TLCS-2 contract.

The Chinook is supported by Boeing at RAF Odiham, Middle Wallop and Gosport sites. Reporting directly to the MRO Support Operations Manager, the Lead Operations Specialist will play a key role in the delivery of the Depth maintenance.

With a background in aircraft maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) the support specialist will have a wealth of knowledge and experience in MRO processes, techniques and best practice.

With experience of working across MRO functions such as maintenance/production, planning, production control, technical services or management the Operations Specialist will act as a subject matter expert during all aspects of planning and reporting for the TLCS-2 contract.

Role Overview:

• Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) is seeking a Lead Operations Support Specialist - MRO to support Rotary Wing platforms.
• The Operations Support Specialist role provides support to the MRO Control team during the execution stage of Maintenance by providing planning/scheduling support, task readiness, document control and data metrics during the delivery of Aircraft maintenance, repairs and modification work.
• This key role interfaces with the MRO Senior Leadership, Programme Management, Engineering, Supply Chain and work in collaboration with the supplier and customer.

Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing project and operational plans to meet programme commitments to the Customer and Business.
• Establishing and maintaining influential partnerships and relations with internal and external customers and suppliers including direct liaison with MOD and RAF customers.
• Providing programme oversight of the Aircraft Maintenance work carried out at Depth to meet time, cost and quality requirements.
• Develop, maintain and implement Programme Execution Plans including organisation, staffing, resources and facilities. 
• Achieve cost, schedule and quality goals through implementation of effective Project Management discipline, operations planning, production control and scheduling procedures/methodologies.
• Ensure team and project compliance with all applicable Policies and Regulations. Ensure compliance with all contractual and statutory quality and safety requirements. 
• Maximize the potential for successful programme/project execution and growth by identifying risks and opportunities and devising, managing and monitoring the associated mitigation and realization plans and actions. 
• Champion and support Continuous Improvement across the Boeing activities on site.
• Tracking and reporting KPIs including communicating and managing associated risks, issues, or opportunities.
• Manage ad-hoc projects as driven by business requirements.

Preferred Experience:

• Maintenance, Major Repairs & Modification Operations experience.
• Working knowledge and experienced with GOLDesp, MoD form 700, GOLDesp MRO
• Possesses knowledge of MAA Regulatory Articles (RA), MAA Regulatory Publication (MRP) Part 145, BDUK Part 145 MOE, aviation Quality Assurance (QA) and Safety Management System (SMS) and application of these requirements within their area of accountability, responsibility and authority.

Competencies:

• Is capable of working and communicating with management levels, cross functional areas and the customer effectively.
• Is capable and experienced in sequencing and controlling demanding workloads, on time, to budget and to the required standard.
• Can demonstrate the Boeing ‘Our Values’

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
• Continuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
• Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
• Inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
• Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
• Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
• Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
• 6x annual salary life insurance
• Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
• Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives
• Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
• Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
• Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
• 6x annual salary life insurance
• Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires an active UK Secret security Clearance for which the UK Government requires UK residency. The successful candidate will hold, or have the ability to acquire, Security Clearance (SC).

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)