Job description
WHO ARE WE
Sonaca North America is driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence. As a leading provider of aerospace and defense solutions, we are dedicated to making air and space travel safe and sustainable. We have 13 locations across North America and our engineering expertise and operational excellence set us apart from the competition.
Since the beginning in 1948, we have a proven track record of delivering high-quality products and services that are reliable, safe, and efficient. Our team of experts is dedicated to staying ahead of the curve in the aerospace and defense industry, utilizing the latest technologies and processes to ensure that we deliver the best possible solutions to our customers.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Chief Transformation Officer – Deputy develops and recommends the organization’s strategic and long-range goals based on analysis and study of business conditions together with the CTO. Together they ensure the best use of the organization’s resources for the establishment of key objectives and mission realization, considering the organization’s strength, weaknesses, capacity and products.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- The CTO/ CTO Deputy is responsible for implementing the ideas that will have long-term, transformational effects for the company. Every decision of the CTO/ CTO Deputy should be centered on the big picture and how it will affect the future of the company.
- CTOs, as part of C-suite and top management, are expected to represent, implement, and observe the corporate culture that exists in the organization. The role of the CTO is focused on being the embodiment of the corporate culture and serve as an example to the subordinates.
- Within LM Aerospace the CTO leads entire entity of transformation officers (Vice President level), Industrialization (Engineering and Manufacturing), dedicated project & continuous improvement teams all focused on transformation to create organizational and business change.
- Areas of responsibility include all business area’s, the operating sites, value streams and suppliers primarily engaged in Assembly, Machining, or Fabrication & Processing of productS.
- The Chief Transformation officer reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), while the Deputy reports directly to the CTO. And will function as his back-up and Co-transformer.
- As part of the Transformation responsibility, the CTO shall assure fact based analysis and review, define on behalf of the CEO, together with his transformation staff, the transformation subjects, ambition -goals and targets, together with a plan, budget and implementation schedule.
- As part of the Industrialization responsibility the CTO will through its VP of Industrialization and Continuous Improvement will be responsible to propose and execute the overall Industrialization, Engineering and Continuous Improvement strategy through all the assigned operating units in the COE.
- Develops ideas for product manufacturing enhancement and processes. Provides expertise to other departments, such as marketing, commercial, production, quality, finance as needed.
- Executes multiple high impact initiatives to achieve the overall corporate goals.
Travel Required
Yes, 25-50% travel expected, also international travel is expected
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCES
- Master’s degree preferred in engineering, aerospace, operations, or related discipline
- A minimum of 20 years of related aerospace experience and minimum of10-15 years leading cross-functional groups of people. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the industrialization, engineering, manufacturing and project management disciplines
- Industry experience working with machining, assembly, fabrication, processing, and composites. Experience in working with multiple Aerospace manufacturing facilities in a matrixed environment.
- Solid business acumen and possess the ability to strategically calculate how engineering impacts long term strategy and financial performance.
- Demonstrated experience in an AS9100 compliant business using Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies to remove waste.
WHY CHOOSE SONACA NORTH AMERICA?
We take care of our people.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution
- Competitive wages
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Employee assistance plan — for access to counseling, consulting, and other community resources
- Wellness program
- Tuition assistance
- Subject to eligibility, terms, and conditions
This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be required. This document does not create an employment contract. Employees of the Company are employed on an “at will” basis and may be terminated at any time.
LMI is an equal employment opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, LMI provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who seek to access the company’s online application system. If an applicant is unable to fully access the online application system, LMI will provide a reasonable accommodation. Applicants with disabilities may contact us at 636-916-2400 for assistance accessing the on-line application system. Callers should have a detailed description of the requested accommodation, their name and preferred method of contact ready for LMI‘s Human Resources Department. LMI will make every effort to respond within two (2) business days. This phone number is not for the general submission of application materials.
LMI is an E-Verify Employer.
LMI is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Disability/Veterans Employer
NOTICE ON FRAUDULENT JOB OFFERS
It has been brought to our attention that there have been instances of fraudulent job offers, purporting to be from LMI Aerospace, Inc. and/or its affiliates (“LMI”).
This type of fraud is normally carried out through online services such as false websites, or through fake e-mails or call from people claiming to be from the company. These persons offer fraudulent employment opportunities to applicants and often ask for sensitive personal and financial information. The fraudsters may also request recipients to provide personal information and/or to make payments as part of their fake recruiting process.
LMI does not ask for any financial commitments from candidates as a pre-employment requirement. LMI will always require candidates to formally apply for positions via the Careers Page or job postings.
LMI has no responsibility for fraudulent offers and if you believe you have been a victim of a fraudulent job offer concerning LMI, please email
LMIInfo@lmiaerospace.com
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