GE Aerospace, with over 40 years of presence in the UAE, is hiring an EEMC Storefront Leader to lead Gate 2 management for the Emirates Engine Maintenance Center, utilizing FLIGHT DECK principles to coordinate material flow, plan production schedules, own team budgets, and collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers to meet joint operational requirements.
 About the Company — GE Aerospace in the UAE
Regional Presence: Over 40 years operating in the United Arab Emirates
Site Network: Offices in Abu Dhabi and Dubai Airport Freezone, an On Wing Support Center
Facilities: Partnership engineering, testing, and Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) sites
Regional Innovation: Middle East Technology Center focused on hot and harsh environment solutions
Culture: Respect for people, community giving, and philanthropic programming
Career Impact & Aerospace Leadership Opportunity
Strategic Location: UAE — a major hub for GE Aerospace’s regional MRO operations
Technical Ownership: Manage team through planning, material processes, and production scheduling
Relocation Support: Relocation assistance provided for the right candidate
Career Growth: High visibility within the business with significant operational autonomy
Position Overview
Lead the team in execution of Gate 2 management for the Emirates Engine Maintenance Center (EEMC), completed through the utilization and deployment of FLIGHT DECK principles. This role coordinates and expedites the flow of materials according to production schedules, plans and schedules material and production needs, and owns budgets and operating plans for the team, with significant autonomy and high visibility within the business.
Why This Role Matters:Â As EEMC Storefront Leader at GE Aerospace, you own Gate 2 management for one of the region’s key engine maintenance operations, apply FLIGHT DECK principles to optimize material flow and production scheduling, own team budgets and operating plans with significant operational autonomy, build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to drive customer success and retention, lead others through complex manufacturing processes and interdependent production cycles, and join a company with over 40 years of UAE presence and relocation assistance available.
Key Responsibilities
Gate 2 Management & Material Flow
- Lead team in execution of Gate 2 management utilizing FLIGHT DECK principles
- Coordinate and expedite the flow of materials according to production schedules
- Plan and schedule material and production needs
Team & Budget Ownership
- Own budgets and operating plans for the team
- Manage team through planning, material processes, and systems
- Prepare and update production schedules and purchasing needs
Stakeholder & Customer Collaboration
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers
- Collaborate with product, MTO, and engineering teams to drive customer success and retention
- Ensure long-term partnerships and expansion opportunities
Process Improvement & Leadership
- Ensure operational alignment with production plan and KPIs
- Optimize inventory and process improvements
- Interpret internal and external business challenges and recommend best practices
- Lead others to find creative solutions within complex manufacturing processes
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Significant experience in Manufacturing & Materials Planning and Execution
- Knowledge level comparable to a Master’s degree from an accredited university (or a high school diploma with relevant experience)
Desired Characteristics
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
- Demonstrated ability to lead programs and projects
- Established project management skills
About GE Aerospace
Working at GE Aerospace means bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team working to advance aerospace for future generations. For over 40 years, GE Aerospace has had a significant presence in the UAE, with offices in Abu Dhabi and Dubai Airport Freezone, an On Wing Support Center, and the Middle East Technology Center focused on solutions for the region’s hot and harsh environment.
Career Excellence: Lead engine maintenance operations for a globally respected aerospace leader with relocation support and significant operational autonomy.
 Who Should Apply?
- Materials Planning Leaders:Â With significant manufacturing and materials execution experience
- Aerospace MRO Professionals:Â Experienced in engine maintenance operations
- Production Scheduling Managers:Â Skilled in Lean or FLIGHT DECK-style operational principles
- Cross-Functional Team Leaders:Â Comfortable managing budgets and stakeholder relationships
- Relocating Professionals:Â Open to a UAE-based role with relocation assistance provided
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