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Airbus

Manufacturer of commercial aircraft, helicopters, defense

Head of Business Planning & Governance

Program ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMirabel, QC, CanadaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A degree in Engineering or Project Management.
  • At least 15 years of experience in an engineering, aircraft operation, or program management environment, including at least five years in a management role.
  • Strong program management skills, including an agile approach.
  • Financial acumen specific to Airbus Canada.
  • Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills to interact with different levels of management, including proven ability to interface directly with executives and customers.
  • Comfort working in complex ecosystems and understanding of program-driven organizations.
  • Process-oriented approach and experience incorporating new ways of working.
  • Ability to promote teamwork and act with leadership.
  • Customer focus and integrity.
  • Innovation, commitment, and perseverance.
  • Proficiency in English is required due to frequent contact with Airbus entities, suppliers, and customers worldwide.

Responsibilities

  • Steer the operational and economic performance of the In-Service Fleet Efficiency team and governance of the A220 Customer Services organization.
  • Lead MISP/SISP governance, including steering resolution performance of major in-service problems, monitoring schedules, managing risks and costs, coordinating with Engineering and In-Service Operations, providing monthly customer visibility, and escalating issues to the Executive Committee when needed.
  • Structure and lead the Customer Satisfaction Improvement portfolio arbitration and decision committee, including budget arbitration and project selection, validation of business cases, fleet return on investment, severity criteria, arbitrations, and execution capacity.
  • Coordinate the definition of key performance indicators for the A220 Customer Services organization and ensure alignment with A220 Top Company Objectives.
  • Consolidate, analyze, and report monthly entity performance, and integrate the data into Airbus tracking platforms for cross-program visibility.
  • Coordinate safety and airworthiness of the in-service fleet by monitoring ongoing modification and improvement campaigns.
  • Optimize internal governance processes, ensure adherence to company standards, and deploy Operational Excellence practices.
  • Lead transformation strategy, evolution of the transverse project portfolio, and team regionalization to support customer proximity.
  • Oversee overall financial planning (Annual Operating Plan), profit and loss management, and risk and opportunity management for A220 Customer Services.
  • Manage business cases, expenditure tracking, and budget provisions for major aircraft retrofit campaigns.
  • Act as Portfolio Leader for customer satisfaction improvement projects, with responsibility for annual budget allocation and strategic arbitrations.
  • Develop project management maturity within the In-Service Fleet Efficiency team by deploying methodologies, structuring tools, and leadership skills.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience managing important multidisciplinary projects and high-value budgets.
  • Experience with Airbus, the A220, or Customer Services.

About the Company

Airbus

Manufacturer of commercial aircraft, helicopters, defense

Airbus designs and manufactures a wide range of aerospace products, including commercial airplanes, helicopters, defense systems, and space technologies. Its aircraft and rotorcraft are built with integrated airframes, propulsion, avionics, and digital systems to carry passengers, cargo, or conduct military missions, while its space division covers satellites, orbital infrastructure, launch services, and secure communications. Airbus differentiates itself with an end-to-end portfolio across commercial, defense, and space, a global manufacturing and services network, and a focus on sustainability and digital transformation. Its goal is to enable global mobility and connectivity while reducing aviation’s environmental impact through sustainable aviation and collaborative innovation.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Blagnac, France
Founded
1970

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