Director Fleet Programs

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Location: Eagan
Job type: Permanent
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Sector: Finance & Accountancy
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Manage the overall schedule and assure completion of all milestones related to significant fleet programs that Sun Country is undertaking.

Assume point responsibility for coordinating the acquisition, delivery and re-delivery of aircraft into and out of the Sun Country fleet. This requires an ability to work smoothly with external and internal groups to assure that aircraft are delivered on-time, to spec and within cost targets.

Manage the day-to-day coordination required with all relevant parties to successfully acquire, deliver and re-deliver aircraft and engines. These include counter-parties such as lessors, sellers and buyers, service providers such as MROs, tech reps and records auditors and internal groups including Tech Ops, Flight Ops, Ground Operations, Marketing, Finance and Legal.

Work effectively with FAA and other domestic and international regulatory bodies to assure that aircraft can be delivered and accepted on a timely and compliant basis.

Position Requirements

A minimum of 4 years of experience in either fleet planning or technical operations at an airline or aircraft manufacturer. Would consider an individual with a non-aviation background if they have demonstrated experience leading large programs in transportation or manufacturing sectors.

Very detail-oriented with an ability to lead cross-functional programs and drive highly complex programs to completion. Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to work and communicate with all levels of the company and board of directors.

- Strong knowledge of aircraft contractual, technical, maintenance and operating requirements including the regulatory process, acceptance criteria and return conditions, aircraft inspection standards and budgeting.

* Experience working in a private equity-owned environment is helpful but not required.

* A bachelor of science degree in an analytical field such as engineering, finance, economics, statistics or math is preferred.
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