Job Description Summary

At Avio Aero, a GE Aerospace company, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider specializing in the design, production, and maintenance of components and propulsion systems for both civil and military aviation. Respect for people is core to our culture and part of our commitment to FLIGHT DECK, GE Aerospace’s proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of Avio Aero, their work isn't just a job, it's their passion and purpose. We were meant to fly.

As a Test Rigs Design Sub-Section Manager, you will lead a team responsible for designing complex mechanical systems that enable engine, module, and component testing across both Civil and Military programs. The team is also responsible for the design of Naval Propulsion Modules and Aircraft Ground Equipment (AGE) supporting military engines

Job Description

Essential responsibilities

• Lead and develop a large team, fostering engagement, performance, and accountability

• Own the execution of Test Rigs, Aircraft Ground Equipment (AGE), and Naval Propulsion Module design activities, ensuring delivery within schedule and time constraints while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders

• Attract, develop, and retain top talent to build a strong and capable organization

• Strengthen functional expertise within the team and promote continuous professional growth

• Guide teams in identifying innovative and practical solutions to complex challenges

• Apply advanced engineering methods and sound technical judgment to achieve high-quality outcomes

• Collaborate closely with adjacent functions to resolve issues and support program objectives

• Assess the quality and reliability of information, challenging inconsistencies and conflicting data to enable robust analysis

• Leverage a broad network of internal and external resources beyond the immediate function to support informed decision-making

• Communicate complex topics clearly and influence stakeholders, primarily internally, to gain alignment and drive alternative perspectives when needed

Qualification/Requirements

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering 

• Demonstrated experience in mechanical design

• Strong sense of technical ownership and accountability, with a customer-focused mindset

• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills

• Work Visa, in accordance with local regulation, is required

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skill

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems

• Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects

• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs

• Established project management skills

What we offer

Smart working and work life-balance

Avio Aero, when possible, promotes smart work in hybrid mode, and encourages a good, healthy and satisfying work-life balance. We value our employees’ wellbeing; hence we offer a variety of improvement programs aimed to preserve anyone’s psychological safety and daily needs.

Total Rewards

At Avio Aero, we understand the importance of Total Rewards. As a new joiner to Avio Aero we are pleased to offer the following welcome benefit plan: 

• Performance related bonuses and local bonus scheme

• Flexible benefits platform

• Life and injury insurance

• Private medical cover

• Employee assistant program

• Employee special awards (service and recognition)    

• Local special agreements and discounts

• English and languages training for you and one member of your family

• Technical, Leadership and development trainings

Inclusion & Diversity

Avio Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are strongly committed to maintain an inclusive and diverse environment. Every employment decision is taken regardless to national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, etc. 

We are not all the same. Just be Yourself @AvioAero!

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