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Scalian

Engineering and consulting in AI avionics

General Manager Supervisor

Full-Time
$177.5k/yr
Expert
Chicago, IL, USA
In Person
Manufacturing & Production Operations

About the job

Requirements
  • 10+ years of experience in industrialization or manufacturing operations.
  • Strong background in production management, supplier operations, and quality processes.
  • Proven experience managing plant-level or site-level operations.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead operational turnaround or performance recovery initiatives.
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, procurement flow, and production planning.
  • Experience managing supplier relationships and driving measurable performance improvements.
  • Solid understanding of key performance indicators related to delivery, production output, cost control, and quality.
  • Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
  • Ability to operate effectively in high-pressure environments and drive sustainable operational recovery.
Responsibilities
  • Provide on-site leadership and assume interim General Management responsibilities at the supplier facility.
  • Stabilize site operations and implement structured governance and reporting processes.
  • Ensure alignment between purchase orders, procurement flow, production schedules, and quality requirements.
  • Monitor production performance and delivery key performance indicators, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
  • Drive operational improvement initiatives and recovery plans to meet contractual milestones.
  • Coordinate activities between engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and quality teams.
  • Oversee supplier performance, ensuring compliance with technical, quality, cost, and schedule expectations.
  • Implement performance tracking systems and report progress, risks, and mitigation plans to senior management.
  • Lead problem-solving activities related to production bottlenecks, non-conformities, and supply chain disruptions.
  • Ensure adherence to manufacturing standards, safety regulations, and quality processes.
  • Support industrialization activities and optimize production workflows.
  • Manage site-level financial performance, track cost deviations, and justify variances.
  • Facilitate communication between internal stakeholders and external partners.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean manufacturing practices where applicable.
  • Guarantee technical and economic performance within the scope of responsibility.
  • Write technical specifications.
Desired Qualifications
  • Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience.
  • Experience in transportation, rail, or heavy manufacturing industries.

About the company

Scalian Group provides engineering and consulting services to multiple industries, with a focus on AI, avionics, and information systems security. It helps clients by offering tailored solutions built from consulting, managed security services, and software offerings. The company works by combining advisory work, implementation support, and ongoing security and software management to meet each client’s specific needs. What sets Scalian apart is its emphasis on an agile approach and its deep, industry-specific expertise in aerospace and security, enabling rapid adaptation and high-performance results for global industrial leaders. The company aims to deliver precise, reliable solutions that improve performance, security, and efficiency for its clients.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$612.7M

Headquarters

Labège, France

Founded

1989

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What believers are saying

  • Scalian plans 1,350 hires in 2026, including 750 outside France.
  • William Rozé started September 15, 2025, launching a redesigned operating model.
  • Scalian opened Milan on April 27, 2026, and Seville on April 8, 2026.

What critics are saying

  • Wendel targets €700 million organic revenue by 2030; execution pressure is high.
  • Aerospace, defense, and nuclear concentration exposes Scalian to contract delays and budget freezes.
  • Mannarino integration and rapid hiring can erode margins if senior engineers leave.

What makes Scalian unique

  • Scalian combines critical software, systems engineering, and operational performance across 12 countries.
  • Its Mannarino acquisition deepens certified avionics, drones, and electric aircraft engineering.
  • Scalian’s 2026 AI chair with École des ponts anchors industrial AI credibility.

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Benefits

  • Remote Work Options
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Paid Vacation
  • Health Insurance
  • Wellness Program

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-1%
Scalian
Oct 5th, 2026
Scalian appoints Clément Charruel as Chief AI Officer.

Scalian appoints Clément Charruel as Chief AI Officer. This appointment marks a new milestone in Scalian's strategy to embed artificial intelligence at the core of its expertise, particularly in complex environments and critical systems. Scalian announces the appointment of Clément Charruel, 43, as the Group's Chief AI Officer. In his new role, he will be responsible for defining and implementing Scalian's artificial intelligence strategy, embedding AI at the heart of its clients' critical systems engineering processes, particularly in the aerospace, space, defence and energy sectors. His appointment reflects the Group's ambition to accelerate the development and integration of AI by building on both its expertise in systems engineering, critical software, operational performance and digital solutions, and its in-depth understanding of its clients' businesses and industry-specific challenges. A graduate of École Polytechnique and IFP School, Clément Charruel has built his career at the intersection of engineering, strategy and technology. He began his career at Renault, where he spent nearly seven years in engineering and software project management roles related to powertrain systems, before joining Bain & Company in 2013 as a strategy consultant. In 2016, he joined Altran, initially as Group Strategy Manager and later as Chief of Staff to the Chairman & CEO. Following Altran's integration into Capgemini, he continued his career at Capgemini Engineering, where he held several senior leadership positions: Chief Marketing & Portfolio Officer, Head of Automotive for the Asia-Pacific region, and subsequently Managing Director for Southeast Asia and South Korea. This international experience has enabled him to lead strategic, business development, innovation and operational initiatives, while supporting the growth of technology and engineering activities across Europe and Asia. In his new role, Clément Charruel will notably be responsible for: * defining and leading the Group's AI strategy; * accelerating the integration of AI across Scalian's offerings, areas of expertise and business activities; * developing high-value AI use cases for the Group's clients, particularly in critical environments; * supporting the AI-driven transformation of Scalian's practices and operations. William Rozé, CEO of Scalian: "Artificial intelligence is profoundly transforming the engineering industry and opening up new opportunities for critical programmes and operations. Clément Charruel's appointment will enable us to accelerate this momentum and take the next step in the implementation of our AI strategy. His experience at the intersection of engineering, strategy and technology will be a major asset in making AI a tangible driver of transformation and performance for our clients." Clément Charruel, Chief AI Officer of Scalian: "The challenge is no longer simply to experiment with artificial intelligence, but to successfully scale it and integrate it into environments where performance, reliability and risk management requirements are particularly stringent. I am delighted to join Scalian to build this ambition alongside the Group's teams and develop AI applications that create tangible value for our clients while upholding the principles of frugality and technological sovereignty." About SCALIAN: Scalian is an international engineering and technology group specialising in complex and critical environments. By combining industry expertise, systems engineering, software and artificial intelligence, the Group supports its clients in transforming their products, operations and infrastructure. Scalian has more than 6,000 employees across 12 countries. Press Contacts - LA SUITE AND CO

Scalian
Sep 16th, 2025
Appointment of William Rozé as CEO of Scalian Group

Scalian Group is delighted to announce the appointment of William Rozé as the CEO of Scalian Group, as of September 15th, 2025.

Scalian
Jun 21st, 2024
Scalian buys Mannarino and strengthen presence in America

Scalian is proud to announce the acquisition of the Canadian company Mannarino Systems & Software (critical systems and software engineering).

Newswire
Jun 21st, 2024
Scalian Acquires Mannarino Systems & Software

SCALIAN has acquired Canadian company Mannarino Systems & Software Inc., which specializes in avionics for electric aircraft and drones. This acquisition aligns with SCALIAN's strategy to expand internationally and focus on safety-critical systems and software engineering. Mannarino's expertise in hardware and software design, along with its ARINC 653 compliant Real-Time Operating System (M-RTOS), will enhance SCALIAN's capabilities in avionics engineering and support sustainable aeronautics.

GlobeNewswire
Jul 27th, 2023
Wendel: Wendel Completes The Acquisition Of Scalian, A Leading European Consulting Firm In Digital Transformation, Project Management And Operational Performance

English FrenchPRESS RELEASE - JULY 27, 2023Wendel completes the acquisition of Scalian, a leading European consulting firm in digital transformation, project management and operational performanceWendel (Euronext: MF.FP) has completed the acquisition of Scalian from Cobepa. Wendel invested €557 million of equity, i.e. an Enterprise Value of c. 965 M€. Wendel holds a 82% interest in Scalian, alongside management of the company.Founded in 1989, Scalian is ranked among France's Top 10 engineering consulting firms, is also active internationally, providing industrial project management services for issues pertaining to supply chain (costs, quality, deadlines, performance), digital engineering from architecture to embedded digital systems development and system applications, big data and AI. Scalian also addresses optimization and performance of projects and organizations, as well as providing digital transformation support for industry and service sector leaders.The group expects to reach c