AIT Worldwide Logistics
Global Aerospace Engines Manager
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Introduction
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Overview
The Global Engine Manager – Aerospace is responsible for leading the onboarding, quoting operations, and global execution strategy for aerospace engine logistics programs. This role will ensure standardized processes, procedures, and operational governance across all regions, driving consistency, scalability, and a high-quality customer experience.
The position will serve as a global subject matter expert for engine-related logistics, partnering across Commercial, Operations, and Shared Services teams to deliver best-in-class service performance and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
Global Engine Program Leadership
- Lead the end-to-end onboarding of new aerospace engine programs
- Serve as the global SME for engine logistics, including handling, compliance, and service requirements
- Provide oversight of global engine operations across all regions and stations
Quoting & Commercial Support
- Support global quoting operations for aerospace engine opportunities
- Ensure standardized pricing approach, cost modeling, and margin alignment
- Partner with Commercial teams to develop competitive and executable solutions
- Provide technical expertise during RFQs, bids, and customer discussions
Process Standardization & Governance
- Develop and implement global SOPs, procedures, and work instructions
- Drive Standardization Across:
- Engine handling processes
- Documentation requirements
- Operational workflows
- Ensure compliance with internal standards and customer-specific requirements
- Maintain and continuously update global process documentation
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Operational Oversight & Execution
- Monitor execution of engine shipments across: Air, ground, and charter solutions / AOG and critical shipment scenarios
- Ensure alignment to service expectations, timelines, and customer SLAs
- Act as escalation point for complex operational issues
- Coordinate with Control Towers and regional teams to ensure execution discipline
Performance Management & Continuous Improvement
- Establish KPIs for engine operations (e.g., on-time delivery, exception rate, cycle time)
- Drive visibility through reporting, dashboards, and governance routines
- Identify process gaps and implement corrective actions
- Lead initiatives to improve service quality, efficiency, and customer experience
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with: Commercial / Sales / Global Operations / BPO & Shared Services / IT / Data teams
- Align global processes with system capabilities (e.g., CargoWise, tracking platforms)
- Support implementation teams during new customer onboarding
Qualifications
- 8–12+ years of experience in aerospace or high-value logistics operations
- Strong knowledge of:
- Aerospace engine handling,
- AOG operations,
- Airfreight and charter solutions
- Experience with global operations and multi-region coordination
- Proven track record in process standardization and operational governance
- Strong commercial acumen (pricing, quoting, customer solutions)
- Experience working with TMS platforms (e.g., CargoWise) is preferred
- Global leadership and influence
- Operational execution and problem-solving
- Process design and standardization
- Commercial and customer focus
- Data-driven decision-making
- Communication and stakeholder management
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What AIT Can Offer You
We believe in rewarding your talent and supporting your growth. In addition to a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, you’ll enjoy:
- Private healthcare through BUPA (medical and dental) after a qualifying period
- Access to an Auto Enrolment Pension Plan with 4% employee and 4% employer contributions
- Life Assurance equal to 2x your annual salary for peace of mind
- 26 days of annual leave to relax and recharge
- Childcare vouchers to support your family needs
- Eyecare vouchers for your vision health
- Cycle to Work scheme to promote sustainable commuting
- Car allowance or company car for certain roles
About AIT Worldwide
AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components, and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences, and marine. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT’s flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground, and rail—on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe, and North America, AIT’s full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management, and white glove services.
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