Who YOU are and what YOU can become:

As the MRO Repair Station Manager, you will lead technical and production teams to deliver safe, high‑quality, on‑time, and cost‑effective results. You will streamline operations, drive continuous improvement, and support supervisors through coaching, resource planning, and performance development. You will manage both union and non‑union teams, ensure FAA compliance, and maintain strong relationships with customers and regulatory partners—all while fostering a culture of accountability, respect, and operational excellence. 

Who WE are and where WE are going:

At MRA Systems, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day. From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio. We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future.

A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none. At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company’s expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as it’s materials and processing expertise.

What YOU will do:

Coordinate and provide technical, quality, and production leadership to assigned teams to meet safety, quality, schedule and cost goals 

Provide ongoing support in scheduling resources, technical leadership and facilitating the flow of hardware to meet customer requirements 

Assist Product Group Leaders with overall Product Group decision making in areas of process improvement and / or production to make appropriate resource decisions (manpower, machines, methods) to facilitate the flow of hardware through the overhaul and repair process 

Support process improvement initiatives (LEAN/5S, Zero Defects/Injuries) to reduce cycle time, improve inventory turns and reduce manufacturing losses 

Direct the activities of supervisors and team leads within the business area and participate in team activities to meet identified goals 

Perform administrative duties to support the business, including updating business metrics, area audits and corrective actions as well as performance reviews 

Coordinate all repair station activities with supporting departments to ensure a safe operation, management of product inventories, meeting of turn time requirements, unit cost, product quality and customer requirements

Assist supervisors and team leads in coaching and counseling employees regarding individual performance and development needs 

Practice sound human relations and communications skills

Proactively analyze/diagnose machine and tooling activities to develop corrective measures for minimizing downtime and interruption of schedules[LTL4]

Achieve highest safety levels in the plant

Lead and drive a culture of respect and accountability

Manage and direct both union and non-union workforce

Interface with customers and FAA representatives from time to time

Manage the MRO training program to meet FAA requirements

What YOU must bring to Succeed:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college with a min. of 10 years of leadership experience in an aviation overhaul and repair business or aviation manufacturing environment; or High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 15+ years of leadership experience in an aviation overhaul and repair business or aviation manufacturing environment.

Desired Characteristics

Bachelors degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, Industrial or Engineering. 

FAA Airframe and Power Plant license

Working knowledge of FAR Part 145 requirements 

10 years of leadership experience in the aviation MRO industry 

Experience with Quality Control Systems/Processes

Strong analytical and communication skills. Recognize when and how to coach improvement 

Posses the ability to drive change in an established culture 

Ability to interact with all levels of the organization 

Ability and willingness to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

Experience dealing with customers

 Experience dealing with the FAA

At ST Engineering, we offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement and growth opportunities.

Estimate salary range for this role: $120,000 to $149,000 per year. ST Engineering considers several factors with extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

ST Engineering - MRAS Benefits:

As a full-time employee of ST Engineering- MRAS, you are eligible for our benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date
• Health Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes
• Immediate 401k vesting
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)

Employment Notice: Background and Drug Screening Requirements

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, successful completion of a background check and drug screening is a mandatory condition for employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results from these screenings.

It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems. ST Engineering is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed. We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.

ST Engineering is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Talent Strategies team at 571-771-0101, or by email at stena.careersstengg.us.