GA Telesis, LLC
Director of Engine Product
FSG - Fort Lauderdale, FL - Full Time
GA Telesis is a global leader providing integrated solutions to the aviation and aerospace industries. We serve over 2,000 customers, including airlines, original equipment manufacturers, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) providers, and suppliers worldwide, with 31 leasing, sales, distribution, and MRO operations in 19 countries. At GA Telesis, our core business is integrated aviation solutions, and our mission is customer success.
The Director of Engine Product is a senior leadership role responsible for the strategic direction, development, and lifecycle management of the company’s engine product offerings within the GA Telesis Flight Solutions Group division at our headquarters in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. This individual will drive product strategy, collaborate cross-functionally to optimize product performance, and ensure alignment with business objectives, customer needs, and market trends. The Director will play a critical role in expanding market share, improving profitability, and maintaining technical and commercial excellence across the engine product portfolio.
Responsibilities:
The Director of Engine Product is a senior leadership role responsible for the strategic direction, development, and lifecycle management of the company’s engine product offerings within the GA Telesis Flight Solutions Group division at our headquarters in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. This individual will drive product strategy, collaborate cross-functionally to optimize product performance, and ensure alignment with business objectives, customer needs, and market trends. The Director will play a critical role in expanding market share, improving profitability, and maintaining technical and commercial excellence across the engine product portfolio.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and execution of the product roadmap for engine-related offerings across multiple platforms or engine types
- Serve as the subject matter expert on engine products, including trends, competitive landscape, OEM relations, and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul) dynamics
- Collaborate with engineering, sales, operations, and supply chain to ensure product availability, reliability, cost competitiveness, and regulatory compliance
- Drive new product development and market introduction, including make/buy decisions, sourcing strategy, and customer segmentation
- Analyze product performance metrics, customer feedback, and market data to continuously refine product strategy
- Represent the engine product line in key business reviews, customer engagements, trade shows, and OEM discussions
- Develop business cases for product investments, partnerships, and expansions
- Manage a team of product managers and/or analysts to support growth and operational goals
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Business, or a related field (Master’s or MBA preferred)
- 10+ years of experience in the aviation or aerospace industry, with a strong background in engines, engine parts, or engine programs
- Proven track record in product management, business development, or program leadership roles
- Deep knowledge of commercial or military engine types, component-level understanding, and aftermarket dynamics
- Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and financial modeling skills
- Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration abilities
- Experience working with OEMs, MROs, and airline customers is highly desirable
- Experience in engine teardown, leasing, or used serviceable material (USM) market
- Familiarity with engine maintenance programs, SB/AD tracking, and life-limited parts (LLP) management
- Ability to lead in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with a global footprint
