Vice President of Group Operations

About the role

GA Telesis is seeking a Vice President of Group Operations to provide strategic and operational leadership across its global MRO network. Based in Medley, FL, the role will travel regularly to oversee multiple facilities and ensure alignment with corporate goals.

Key responsibilities

• Set and execute operational strategies that drive safety, quality, turnaround time, customer satisfaction, efficiency, and profitability.
• Oversee day‑to‑day activities of MRO facilities, ensuring consistency and excellence in maintenance, repair, overhaul, and modification work.
• Manage P&L responsibilities, including budgeting, cost control, resource allocation, and capital planning.
• Collaborate with Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain, Sales, HR and other leaders to deliver cross‑functional initiatives.
• Lead Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous‑improvement programs to boost productivity and resource utilization.
• Standardize processes, metrics and KPIs across all locations and act on performance gaps.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, EASA, AS9110, ISO, SMS and other aviation regulations.
• Direct the enterprise‑wide Safety Management System, fostering a proactive safety culture.

Required profile

• Proven senior‑level experience in aviation or aerospace MRO operations.
• Strong track record of leading large, multi‑site organizations with P&L accountability.
• Demonstrated ability to drive operational excellence through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency.

Required skills

• Lean methodology
• Six Sigma
• P&L management
• Budgeting and financial planning
• Regulatory compliance (FAA, EASA, AS9110, ISO)
• Safety Management System (SMS) implementation