Damage Component Asset & Process Lead

We are looking for a highly skilled Damage Component Asset & Process Lead to join our Delivery team. This role is central to optimising our aircraft component lifecycle, managing damage-related events, and driving targeted and damage related, continuous improvement across engineering, operations, commercial and finance functions.

You will be responsible for identifying and analysing components affected by damage and usage, produce engineering damage reports, and coordinate the enterprise damage recovery process. This position is ideal for an analytical, detail‑focused individual with strong aviation experience and a passion for operational excellence.

Location: This role is flexible, with regular travel required to Anglesey and Lincolnshire.

• Manage full lifecycle of assigned high‑value aircraft components, including spares utilization associated with damage, and analysis, demand forecasting, and usage optimisation of those components.
• Monitor component trends and collaborate with Procurement, Operations, Maintenance, CAMO, Commercial, and Finance teams to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Support budget holders in forecasting and managing capital and operational expenditure.

• Identify, analyse, and maintain records of aircraft damage events.
• Produce detailed engineering reports for technical and commercial stakeholders.
• Maintain a centralised damage log and provide regular reporting to support risk assessments and improvements.
• Support internal teams in the enterprise damage process.
• Manage external and internal stakeholders, including technical and commercial meetings, reports, and ad hoc communications.
• Proven experience in aircraft component lifecycle or asset management.
• Strong understanding of aircraft operations (pilot and/or engineering perspectives beneficial).
• Experience working with CAMO, PART M, Part 145,
• A strong understanding of Supply Chain, Commercial, and Finance teams.
• Proficiency with aviation asset management systems and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and reporting skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of UK CAA / UK MAA regulations (Part M, Part 145 and Military equivalents).
• Experience in fleet operations, utilisation tracking, and maintenance planning.

• Qualification in aviation operations, aeronautical engineering, or related discipline.
• Certification in asset management or maintenance planning (e.g., IAM, EASA Part 66).
• Training or accreditation in aviation maintenance or asset management systems.
• Effective communicator with strong collaboration skills.
• Highly analytical with excellent attention to detail.
• Proactive problem‑solver committed to continuous improvement.
• Strong stakeholder management across diverse technical and commercial groups.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

We are proud to live by our company values:
Safety – Deliver – Right – Each Other – Learning
We bring our best selves to work, take safety seriously, support one another, and continually strive to improve.

Please note that the successful applicant will be required to undergo aBaseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check. This includes:

• Identity verification (e.g., passport or driving licence)
• Right to work in the UK confirmation
• Employment history check covering the past 3 years
• Criminal record check

All applicants must reside in the UK continuously for the past 3 years.

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