Vice President & General Manager - MRO Composite

Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Full Time

MRO FLL

Manager/Supervisor

GA Telesis is a global leader providing integrated solutions to the aviation and aerospace industries, with a continuously expanding presence in new countries worldwide. We serve over 2,000 customers, including airlines, original equipment manufacturers, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) providers. GA Telesis Ecosystem™ is a vast global network spanning 54 locations in 30 countries on six continents. At GA Telesis, our core business is integrated aviation solutions, and our mission is customer success.

The Vice President & General Manager (VP/GM) of MRO Composite is a senior leadership role responsible for the overall performance, compliance, and growth of a composite maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) business. This individual oversees all operational, financial, regulatory, and commercial aspects of the organization, ensuring adherence to FAA and other applicable regulatory standards while delivering high-quality services to customers.

Reporting to the President of MRO Businesses, the VP/GM serves as the primary leader of the business unit, driving operational excellence, cultivating customer relationships, and leading strategic initiatives across engineering, quality, sales, and workforce management. This role is based onsite in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

**Important Notice:
Eligibility Requirement: Only U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents will be considered for this position.

Responsibilities:
Operational Leadership

Provide full P&L ownership and accountability for business performance for a business with an annual revenue ~$45m.
Lead day-to-day operations of the composite MRO facility, ensuring efficiency, safety, and on-time delivery.
Establish and execute strategic plans to drive growth, profitability, and market competitiveness.
Implement continuous improvement initiatives (Lean) to optimize processes and reduce costs.

Regulatory Compliance & Quality

Ensure full compliance with FAA regulations and other applicable aviation authorities.
Oversee quality assurance and control systems to maintain industry certifications and standards.
Support and improve the SMS program
Act as the accountable manager for regulatory audits, inspections, and certifications.
Champion quality and safety culture, ensuring compliance with OSHA, AS9110, ISO, and internal audit standards.

Customer & Commercial Management

Develop and maintain strong relationships with key customers, OEMs, and airline partners.
Lead sales and marketing strategy to expand market share and service offerings.
Identify new business opportunities, partnerships, and revenue streams.
Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction, responsiveness, and contract performance.

Financial Management

Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
Monitor financial performance, including revenue, margins, and cost structures.
Drive cost control initiatives while maintaining service quality and compliance.
Report business performance metrics to executive leadership.

Engineering & Technical Oversight

Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure technical integrity of repair processes and innovations.
Support development and approval of repair schemes, processes, and capabilities.
Ensure alignment between engineering, operations, and quality functions.

People Leadership

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing, cross-functional team.
Oversee workforce planning, talent development, and succession planning.
Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Ensure compliance with HR policies and labor regulations.

Qualifications:
Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Aviation Management, Business Administration, or related field required.
MBA or advanced technical degree preferred.

Experience:

Minimum 10–15 years of experience in aviation MRO, with a strong focus on composites.
Proven leadership experience managing operations, P&L, and cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated experience with FAA regulatory compliance and quality systems.
Background in both technical/engineering and business leadership roles strongly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

Deep understanding of composite repair processes and MRO operations.
Strong financial acumen and strategic planning capabilities.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to drive change, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Customer-focused mindset with strong commercial awareness.
High level of integrity and commitment to safety and compliance.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Revenue growth and profitability (EBITDA margins)
On-time delivery and turnaround time (TAT)
Quality metrics (defect rates, audit findings)
Regulatory compliance and audit outcomes
Customer satisfaction and retention
Time-to-quote
Employee engagement and retention

Work Environment

Office and shop floor environment within an FAA-regulated MRO facility.
Requires occasional travel for customer visits, audits, and industry events.

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