Peak Performance Jobs

• Leading transaction documentation from A-Z-from LOI stage to closing with airlines, aircraft lessors;
• Conducting (face to face) negotiations with customers(such as airlines, aircraft buyers and sellers, manufacturers and maintenance providers) as part of the deal team activities;
• Managing external lawyer, as necessary;
• Reviewing legal documents/conditions precedent/security documents, as necessary;
• Reviewing of the business items of aircraft leasing revealing the risk, as necessary.

Skills & Experience:

• Superior academic and career record either in house or in private practice
• Minimum 6+ years relevant PQE in aircraft leasing 
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Proven commercial acumen
• Ability to work in a global multi-disciplinary team

Please apply or enquire to:

Richael Gosling

Peak Performance Recruitment

Ph:       +353 42 941 9663

Email:   richael@aircraftleasing.ie  

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft quality assurance policies and procedures
• Maintenance of AS9100 Certifications and assessment interface with 3rd party Registrar
• Interpret and implement quality assurance standards
• Evaluate adequacy of quality assurance standards
• Devise sampling procedures and directions for recording and reporting quality data
• Review the implementation and efficiency of quality and inspection systems
• Plan, conduct and monitor testing and inspection of materials and products to ensure finished product quality
• Document internal audits and other quality assurance activities
• Investigate customer complaints and non-conformance issues
• Collect and compile statistical quality data
• Analyze data to identify areas for improvement in the quality system
• Develop, recommend and monitor corrective and preventive actions
• Prepare reports to communicate outcomes of quality activities
• Identify training needs and organize training interventions to meet quality standards
• Coordinate and support on-site audits conducted by external providers
• Evaluate audit findings and implement appropriate corrective actions
• Monitor risk management activities
• Responsible for document management systems
• Assure ongoing compliance with quality and industry regulatory requirements
• Scan and review records trace for company access
• Maintain company server files regarding trace records
• Develop, maintain and ensure compliance with QMS procedures, work instructions and “Best Practices” throughout the facility
• Work with the Quality Department to assist with questions related to receiving and shipping of inventory
• Assist personnel with completion of vendor and customer quality surveys
• Ensure staff carry out quality inspections, as required
• Responsible for managing company approved vendor listings
• Any tasks assigned by Head of Quality
• Assist personnel and other department with Quality and Records Trace
• Approving vendor selections
• Lead Problem Solving events
• Report and improve all Quality-related KPI’s

Qualifications:

• Minimum five years of professional experience in quality management; in the aerospace industry
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A comprehensive knowledge of AS 9100 requirements
• Experience with International and Aerospace Quality System Standards regulations, including planning and implementation is critical
• Proficient capability with MS Office, Visio and creating flow charts
• FAA A&P license preferred
• Through knowledge of Lean Six Sigma & DMAIC Methodology
• Associate degree in project management/Business administration or related field

For further information on this position please contact

Kevin O'Callaghan

+353 87604 2426

kevin@ppraviation.com

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordination of material teardowns, project timelines and logistics.
• Identification of material needing repair, handling of repair decisions and repair team coordination.
• Build and maintain close working relationships with repair vendors.
• Negotiate repair discounts with higher volume vendors.
• Maintain backlogged material.
• Communication with Sales in terms of material pricing, broker opportunities and push lists.
• Valuation of material including market availability and trends.
• Maintain high energy, cooperative and positive attitude and great sense of humor.
• Other tasks and projects as directed by management.

Required Experience:

• A bachelor's or master’s degree and at least three to five years’ experience in a product or project-management role
• Prior aviation industry experience required.
• Strong communication, consultation, and relationship management skills
• Detail orientation with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment
• Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)

About the Position

• Job title: Senior Manager Technical
• Report to: CTO
• Department: Technical and Asset Management
• Working Location: Dublin

Duties will include:

• Recording of lease and aircraft data – lease technical conditions, and technical specifications, utilisation into the Company’s Asset Management System.
• Maintenance reserve – claim processing as per lease agreements and calculation of the lessor contributions, Audit planning, assessment of technical audits and implementation.
• Technical management of the delivery, redelivery and transition of aircraft.
• Attendance and oversight and of aircraft undergoing major maintenance events and  storage.
• Management of external consultants as required.
• Review of LOI & Lease documentation from a technical perspective.
• Provision of support on lease technical and maintenance queries to other departments.
• Review of configuration specifications and provision of cost estimates for new aircraft deliveries, redeliveries and transitions.
• Manage aircraft from a technical aspect throughout their lifecycle.
• Updating aircraft usage information and producing reports on a scheduled and as-required basis for internal and external clients.
• Developing and maintaining the Company’s maintenance and modification cost databases, and other information databases as required.
• Monitoring aircraft incidents and accidents, and reporting on significant events and developments affecting airworthiness and operation of aircraft, and their implication for the Company’s business.
• Maintain strong relationships with the OEM’s and MRO’s to ensure the business is kept abreast of developments within the industry.

Knowledge, skills and experience required:

• To be successful in this role, you will need to be degree qualified or have relevant aviation experience.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Aircraft Leasing, Airline, MRO or related consultancy company.
• Detailed knowledge of the Boeing and Airbus Products both narrow and wide body.
• In depth knowledge of the CFM56 – 5 and V2500 Engines would be an advantage.
• Project management experience is required.
• Experience with Technical Management Systems for inputting and managing aircraft records.
• Computer literate and familiar with MS Office products.
• Self-starter, problem solver, ability to work independently and A can do attitude.
• Good communications skills and the ability to produce technical reports to a high standard.
• Collaborative approach to teamwork that supports the company culture.
• Committed to professional excellence and demonstrate a natural attention for detail.
• Highly motivated individual with the ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.
• Proven ability work within a multi functioning / multi – cultural team.
• This position will require substantial overseas travel and flexibility in this regard is prerequisite for any candidate.

Apply:

For further information on this position please contact

Barry Long

barry@aircraftleasing.ie

Peak Performance specialises in the recruitment for the aircraft leasing industry globally. For further information on our company and our current opportunities, please view www.aircraftleasing.ie

In this position, you will be responsible for the preparation of financial reports as well as supporting financial information and analysis. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent) with 8-10 relevant years of working experience in financial reporting and analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of US GAAP/SEC compliant reporting at quarter and year ends
• Preparation of financial information and analysis, including summaries of quarterly performance supporting external and internal reports and presentations
• Develop and maintain the integrity of the financial reporting process and controls
• Drive development and enhancement of periodic accounting analysis
• Ownership of cash flow models that support accounting analyses
• Liaise with the commercial teams on the accounting for commercial transactions
• Liaise with auditors to ensure efficient and timely quarterly review and year-end audit procedures
• Other ad-hoc projects and duties as required

Required Experience

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent)
• Relevant experience in an international environment including a big four audit firm
• Relevant experience with Financial Reporting in an international environment (US GAAP is a plus)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Displays strong attention to detail
• Ability to organize and schedule work effectively to meet deadlines
• High proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required
• Analytical and challenging mind-set that can drive change and improvements in everyday finance processes
• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Flexible; willing to apply extra commitment during busy financial reporting periods

Apply to barry@aircraftleasing.ie 

Language: Fluent English is required, additional language skills a plus.

Location and Working Conditions: Europe or the Americas preferred, global candidates will be considered. The employee is permitted to work out of their home. 

Apply to barry@aircraftleasing.ie

Overview:

• Play a key role in directing new business development, key client acquisition and aircraft divestments for an international aircraft leasing company with strong backing and sustainable growth plans

Selected Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain relationships with airlines globally
• Place new aircraft by originating placement opportunities for leasing & trading with airline operators
• Place on lease used off-lease aircraft with airlines or sell them to airlines, leasing companies or part-out companies
• Source SLB opportunities
• Originate aircraft or engine trading opportunities
• Assist in developing and refining the firm’s overall vision, mission and strategic plan
• Oversee the development and implementation of a business development strategy
• Actively monitor and review current and prospective client strategies
• Assist to develop and implement key client acquisition strategies
• Oversee the negotiation and closure of complex cross-border transactions
• Support positive relationship management with aircraft vendors
• Contribute to lease and deal pricing, industry research and data/credit analysis.

Required Experience

• 12-15 years or more experience in aviation related business including time spent within the business development function of an aircraft leasing company
• A track record of placing new and used commercial aircraft with commercial airlines

Apply:

For further information on this position please apply to:

Barry Long

+353 87 987 1130

barry@aircraftleasing.ie