General Manager – Commercial Engine Maintenance & Repair Operations

Company: DTX Aerospace

Location: Middle East

Business Unit: Engine Services

Engine Platforms: CFM56-3, CFM56-5B & CFM56-7B

Position Overview

DTX Aerospace is seeking an experienced and commercially driven General Manager to lead its commercial aircraft engine maintenance facility in the Middle East.

The successful candidate will oversee facility operations, engine maintenance activities, financial performance, regulatory compliance, business development, and customer relationships while ensuring operational efficiency, profitability, and the highest safety and quality standards.

The facility specializes in CFM56 engine shop visits, performance restoration, troubleshooting, module repairs, minor repairs, and component replacement.

Key Responsibilities

1. Facility & Operations Management

• Lead daily facility operations, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and effective resource allocation.
• Oversee engineering, production, quality, procurement, logistics, and administration.
• Establish operational targets, manage facility utilization, and drive continuous improvement.

1. Engine Maintenance & Production

• Oversee CFM56-3, CFM56-5B, and CFM56-7B maintenance activities, including shop visits, performance restoration, troubleshooting, and module repairs.
• Manage engine induction, inspection, repair, assembly, testing, and release processes.
• Monitor turnaround times (TAT), production schedules, material availability, and maintenance quality.
• Ensure maintenance is performed in accordance with approved technical data and manufacturer requirements.

1. Quality & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable GCAA, EASA, FAA, and other relevant aviation regulations.
• Maintain maintenance organization approvals, quality systems, technical records, and component traceability.
• Oversee audits, corrective actions, safety standards, and regulatory compliance.

1. Financial & Commercial Management

• Take responsibility for facility revenue, profitability, budgets, and financial performance.
• Control labor, material, subcontracting, and operational costs.
• Review commercial quotations, maintenance work scopes, and additional findings to optimize margins.
• Monitor financial forecasts, commercial risks, and customer payment performance.

1. Business Development & Customer Relations

• Develop business opportunities with airlines, aircraft operators, lessors, engine owners, and MRO organizations.
• Secure CFM56 engine maintenance contracts and long-term service agreements.
• Lead customer negotiations, maintain strategic partnerships, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Identify cross-selling opportunities across DTX Aerospace business units.

1. Leadership & Workforce Management

• Lead multidisciplinary teams of engineers, technicians, inspectors, and administrative personnel.
• Oversee workforce planning, recruitment, training, performance management, and succession planning.
• Promote accountability, teamwork, technical excellence, and a strong safety culture.

1. Supply Chain & Strategic Development

• Oversee procurement, inventory, tooling, equipment, and supplier relationships.
• Ensure timely availability of materials and maintenance resources.
• Develop business growth strategies, expand maintenance capabilities, and identify operational improvement opportunities.
• Report operational, financial, and commercial performance to senior management. Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aviation Management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in commercial aircraft engine maintenance, MRO, or aviation technical services.
• Minimum 5 years in senior management , facility management, or operational leadership.
• Proven experience managing commercial jet engine maintenance facilities or engine repair operations.
• Strong technical knowledge of CFM56-3, CFM56-5B, and/or CFM56-7B engines.
• Hands-on understanding of engine shop visits, performance restoration, troubleshooting, module maintenance, and repair processes.
• Strong financial management, budgeting, cost control, and commercial negotiation skills.
• Experience managing production performance, turnaround times, regulatory compliance, and technical teams.
• Established industry relationships and business development experience.
• Previous experience within the Middle East aviation industry is highly advantageous. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Financial: Revenue growth, profitability, cost control, and margin improvement.
• Operational: Engine turnaround time, on-time delivery, productivity, and facility utilization.
• Quality: Regulatory compliance, audit performance, first-pass quality, and reduced rework.
• Commercial: New customer acquisition, contract conversion, recurring business, and customer retention.
• Organizational: Workforce productivity, employee development, retention, and training compliance. Required Competencies
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making.
• Hands-on technical and operational management approach.
• Commercial awareness and financial discipline.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management.
• Ability to lead multicultural teams and manage competing priorities.
• High standards of integrity, accountability, safety, and professionalism. Travel Requirements

The position is based in the Middle East and requires regional and international travel for customer meetings, supplier engagements, regulatory discussions, and business development activities.