Experience

JAT Tehnika

• Airlines and Aviation
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Managing Director

  • Sep 2022 - Present

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AdRex Consulting

• United Arab Emirates
• Airlines and Aviation
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Managing Director AdRex Consulting

  • Apr 2013 - Present

  Together with an extensive experience in Aviation, from aircraft Engineering to Executive level, I am providing consultancy in Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Use to multicultural environment and constraints particular to each Company, I have developed an approach of partnership rather than strict Customer to service provider relationship with my clients. Specialized in Part-145, Part-M/CAMO, Supply Chain, IT solutions definition, Project Management, Continuous Improvement and Re-structuration. My experience allows me considering the larger picture and Vision of the Companies and still be able getting the necessary granular know-how to challenge and assess detailed Business processes. The Company proposes larger scope of expertise covering: Compliance and Audits preparation, Safety, Flight Operation, Part 147, Business valuation, AOC/Start-ups, Re-structuration, Aircraft delivery/Re-delivery, Contract negotiation/Re-negotiation and Asset management. Main customers: Airlines, MROs, OEMs and regulatorily bodies such as Local CAAs, IATA and Bureau Veritas. Show less



Lufthansa Technik Landing Gear Services UK

• United Kingdom
• Aviation & Aerospace
• 1 - 100 Employee

• COO

  • Nov 2017 - Oct 2019

  Reporting to and deputizing the Managing Director. Responsible and accountable for Production, Engineering, Planning, Continuous Improvement, Maintenance & Facility. I was as well cross functional COO for the other stations in the Product Division. Responsible for: Continuous Improvement, Quality Control, Planning, Engineering, Production (including but not limited to: Platting, NDT, and Brake & Wheel Shops) Main Duties & Responsibilities: - Have the right people at the right place, mentor, strengthen and empower them. - Ensure staff appropriately develop their skills and are provided with the necessary mediums to face daily challenges and express their potential. - Ensure Customer’s satisfaction in providing Quality services as per contract terms in a cost-effective manner and always adhere to regulatory bodies’ requirements. - Continuously Improve Production and supporting functions’ efficiency applying LEAN, KAIZEN, 5S technics, and lower Cost of Non-Quality. - Develop automated Performance Dialogue Boards with KPIs, Dashboards and information relevant and essential to the applicable audience. - Develop and customize IT solutions in place to support Business’s requirements. - Monitor daily performances and anticipate likely future issues using forecasting solutions available on the market or self-developed and scale resources on a pro-active manner. - As cross functional COO for the stations in Europe and USA, define, deploy, and monitor common strategy and approach for the Product Division, considering local specificities and constraints. - Propose strategy to the Board of Directors for the upcoming 5 to 10 years, analyzing specialized market studies and develop subsequent Business plans for implementation. - Anticipate resource adaptation to coming needs in line with Company’s strategy, considering training, qualification, machinery, and solutions/technics necessary to deliver future products. - Accountable for all sections’ investments, budget, and P&L. Show less



Etihad

• United Arab Emirates
• Airlines and Aviation
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Manager Maintenance Operation Systems

  • May 2015 - Oct 2017

  Reporting to CAMO VP & SVP Technical. Interface between the Part M, Part 145, and the IT Department, translating Business needs and requirements into IT solutions. From the evaluation of the solutions, Business Cases, Contract negotiations, Acquisition, Project Management, Go-Live, Stabilization and follow-up of all related projects. In direct contact with the end users, the IT Department, and the Executive management. Working with a Team of Managers reporting directly to me and leading project Teams up to 50 Subject Matter Experts covering all Business Units. Main Duties & Responsibilities: - Design, development, consolidation, and administration of the M&E IT solutions. Formulation of a Competence Center in charge of controlling and administrating systems in place and development of a network of Key Users monitoring, continuously improving Business Processes and reporting. - Synchronize maintenance platforms, IT and Process wise, through the Group (Europe, Middle East and Asia), establishing a Center of Excellence composed of core key decision makers’ Team. - Run projects such as: Quotation and Contract Management. Hangar and resource planning (e.g., long- and short-term planning). Supply Chain and Logistic (e.g., RFID & AI), full CAMO spectra (e.g., Software Configuration Management for e-enabled Aircraft. Maintenance Program optimization). Production – Line, Light and Heavy Maintenance (e.g., Mobility solutions for engineers, Time Capturing and correct resource allocation for workforce balancing). Shops (e.g., ensuring TAT considering resourcing and supply chain dependencies). - Improve Processes running Lean & Kaizen workshops. - Support Entry into Service Department. - Develop relevant dashboards for Middle, Top Management, and Executives. Show less



Zodiac Aerospace

• France
• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Technical & Workshop Manager

  • Aug 2013 - Apr 2015

  Reporting to the General Manager. Post Holder Maintenance System CAR145 GCAA and highly familiar with EASA, FAA & DOT. Responsible for: Continuous Improvement, Quality Control, Planning, Engineering, Production (including but not limited to: Oxygen, Emergency equipment and IERA). Main Duties & Responsibilities: - Interact with the Customers and OEMs. - Manage Workshops daily activities ensuring that Maintenance is performed in accordance with approved documentation, regulations, and airworthiness data. - Develop new capabilities, defining appropriate resources and forecasting market potential. - Ensure Shop Processing Time achieve optimum performances. - Provide General Manager with reports, KPIs and Technical advises. - Prepare P&L budget and monitor performances. - Run Retrofit Programs as necessary. - Support Quality Management to meet the requirements of AS/EN9110. - Work in close relationship with Sales Managers and Customer Support Teams in advising and reviewing contracts. - Develop and implement LEAN/KAIZEN continuous improvement philosophy. - Promote and develop technicians' potentials. - Closely monitor and define together with the Supply Chain Manager parts provisioning and definition of safety stocks. Some of my achievements: - Brought back SPT performances to a steady 90+ % - Built new operational Oxygen Workshop (Repair, OH, Mod including HST). - Significantly reduced overtime and cost of non-quality. - Designed complete workshop layout (5S approach) for the merge of Dubai and Abu Dhabi Stations in Dubai World Central. Show less



Luxair

• Luxembourg
• Airlines and Aviation
• 700 & Above Employee

• Head of Maintenance

  • Oct 2012 - Jul 2013

  Reporting to VP Maintenance. Form 4 holder, in charge of Technical Maintenance Department of the airline. Main Duties & Responsibilities: - Management of a Team of 85+ staff. - Responsible for Line, Light and Base Maintenance (in-house as well as contracted). - Run contract negotiations with MROs, OEMs, Vendors, Contractors, and Service providers and monitor adherence to SLAs. - Manage full Supply Chain activities and performances. - Provide VP Maintenance with reports, KPIs and Technical advises. - Prepare P&L budget and monitor performances. - Manage following Workshops: Engine, Avionics, Brake & Wheel, NDT, Upholstery, Interior, Cleaning and GSE. - Close cooperation with Engineering to lower costs, increase quality and limit ground times/maintenance slots. - Study for hangar extension considering all constraints and building of Business Case. Show less



Lufthansa Technik

• Germany
• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Head of IT/AMOS/SAP

  • Oct 2008 - Sep 2012

  Reporting to the CEO & CFO. In October 2008, Lufthansa Technik Switzerland was created, out of the former maintenance facility of Swiss International Air Lines in Basel (CH). I took the challenge to lead the IT, AMOS, and SAP Departments. Main Duties & Responsibilities: - Participate in Strategic and Operational Governance processes of the organization as a member of the Senior Management Team. - Lead the IT / AMOS / SAP Teams to ensure continuous delivery of services, necessary to the business units to perform their duties. - Ensure IT services adhered to applicable Laws and Regulations. - Identify opportunities for appropriate and cost-effective investments. - Monitor systems and applications performances and availability. - Perform Customer satisfaction surveys. - Run contract negotiations with Vendors, Contractors, and Service providers and monitor adherence to SLAs. - Identify emerging IT solutions, evaluate them, project manage implementation and deploy solution. - Prepare P&L budget and monitor performances. Some of my achievements: - Fonder of the AMOS4MRO Working Group, federating when I left 12 companies using AMOS with the idea to work closer with Swiss Aviation Software and develop together with them a tool adapted to the MRO Business. - Increase the Service Level of the Department, enhance the Quality and availability of the IT solutions and lower the overhaul budget by 50%+. Show less



Swiss International Air Lines

• Switzerland
• Airlines and Aviation
• 700 & Above Employee

• Project Manager

  • Jan 2007 - Sep 2008

  Reporting to the Director Maintenance.Main Duties & Responsibilities:- Plan and implement multiple programs and projects for the Technical Department such as but not limited to: Facility optimization, Aircraft recovery, IT solution definition, Process optimization, and operational cost savings.- ROI calculation definition and reporting after implementation.- System/Vendor evaluation and provide recommendations.- Issue project briefs, PRAGMA, CAPEX studies and provide necessary risk assessments at all stages of the projects. - Project management, Implementation, including development and delivery of appropriate training and associated documentation.- Perform KAIZEN workshops and train staff.Some of my achievements:- Complete IT migration and setup (HW, SW, applications, and support functions).- New ERP modules’ development and implementation.- Evaluation of Companywide Departments’ needs to propose and develop new functionalities in AMOS together with Swiss Aviation Software (e.g., Time Tracking, Capacity Planning, and Tooling control – including test and selection of appropriate hardware).- Contracting Company evaluation and qualification. Show less

• Aircraft Engineer (B1)

  • Mar 2004 - Dec 2006

  Reporting to the Maintenance Manager.Crossair became Swiss International Air Lines Ltd in March 2004 and I continued working night shift. In March 2003, I was proposed to maintain some of our SAAB 2000 wet leased aircrafts to Carpatair & Moldavian Airlines (Romania-Moldova) for a year. Some of my main duties:- Setup of the outstations.- Responsible for Ops.- Responsible for Swiss Crews.- Maintenance of SAAB 2000.- Supply Chain including Parts Import-Export and Store.At the end of the contract, I restarted working Night shift and got following type rating:- Boeing 737-600/700/800/900 (CFM56) Show less



Crossair

• Switzerland
• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Aircraft Engineer (B1)

  • Apr 1998 - Feb 2004

  Reporting to the Line Maintenance Manager. Aircraft engineer Line Maintenance (night shift). Rating, Borescope, and run up on following aircrafts types: - Saab 2000 - Embraer 135/145 (RR Corp AE3007A) - BAE 146/RJ (ALF 500 series) Reporting to the Line Maintenance Manager. Aircraft engineer Line Maintenance (night shift). Rating, Borescope, and run up on following aircrafts types: - Saab 2000 - Embraer 135/145 (RR Corp AE3007A) - BAE 146/RJ (ALF 500 series)



Various

• Europe

• Apprenticeship & Contracting

  • Jun 1991 - Mar 1998

  Aircraft Engineer apprenticeship (France) - Theoretical part performed at “Ecole des Métiers de l’Aéronautique”, Cruseilles (France). - Practical part performed at Transair France, Lyon Bron (France). Aircraft Engineer and sheet metal Contracting for several companies on following type of aircrafts: - Beechcraft 90, 200, 350, 400 - ATR 42, 72 - Bombardier CRJ 200 - Fokker 70, 100 - Boeing 727, 737, 757 - Gulfstream III, IV - MacDonnell Douglas DC10, MD80 & 83 Aircraft Engineer apprenticeship (France) - Theoretical part performed at “Ecole des Métiers de l’Aéronautique”, Cruseilles (France). - Practical part performed at Transair France, Lyon Bron (France). Aircraft Engineer and sheet metal Contracting for several companies on following type of aircrafts: - Beechcraft 90, 200, 350, 400 - ATR 42, 72 - Bombardier CRJ 200 - Fokker 70, 100 - Boeing 727, 737, 757 - Gulfstream III, IV - MacDonnell Douglas DC10, MD80 & 83